Satisfy your Nutella cravings with this Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake, a delightful creation that combines the richness of chocolate with the nutty essence of hazelnuts. Perfect for those who love the classic Nutella flavor but prefer a vegan and protein-enriched alternative. This recipe features a moist and nutty chocolate sponge made with ground hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and vegan chocolate protein powder, ensuring a decadent yet balanced treat. The cake is further enhanced with a velvety and indulgent chocolate frosting, incorporating dairy-free yogurt, cocoa powder, vegan protein powder, and hazelnut chocolate spread or hazelnut butter for that signature Nutella taste. Topped with whole hazelnuts, this cake is not only a visual delight but also a gastronomic pleasure, offering a perfect blend of health-conscious ingredients and luxurious flavors.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 150g self-raising flour
- 20g vegan chocolate protein powder
- 50g ground hazelnuts
- 30g cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 100g sugar
- 240g dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tsp vinegar
- 65g dairy-free yogurt
- 50g neutral oil
- 1/2 tsp hazelnut extract (optional)
- Frosting:
- 200g dairy-free yogurt
- 40g vegan chocolate protein powder
- 40g cocoa powder
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 4 tbsp hazelnut chocolate spread or hazelnut butter
- Topping:
- Hazelnuts
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line two round cake tins.
- Mix dairy-free milk with vinegar and set aside to thicken.
- Sift together flour, protein powder, ground hazelnuts, cocoa powder, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda.
- In another bowl, mix together the thickened milk, yogurt, oil, and hazelnut extract (if using).
- Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared tins.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, blend dairy-free yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and hazelnut spread until smooth.
- Once the cakes have cooled, layer and frost them. Garnish with whole hazelnuts.
Enjoy this Vegan Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake as a guilt-free indulgence, perfect for Nutella lovers seeking a healthier yet equally satisfying option!