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Ferrero Rocher Cake

A decadent chocolate cake inspired by the beloved Ferrero Rocher chocolates, featuring layers of hazelnut and chocolate flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts for added texture
Filling
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream for lightness
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish
  • 8 pieces Ferrero Rocher chocolates for decoration
  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts for topping

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in chopped hazelnuts.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Filling and Frosting
  1. In a bowl, mix Nutella and whipped cream until well combined.
  2. In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until smooth.
  3. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the Nutella filling evenly on top.
  2. Top with the second cake layer and frost the entire cake with the chocolate frosting.
  3. Decorate with Ferrero Rocher chocolates and sprinkle chopped hazelnuts on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

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