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Decadent Egyptian Hazelnut Cake: An Incredible 3-Layer Luxury Treat

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The Decadent Egyptian Hazelnut Cake is a luxurious 3-layer cake made with ground hazelnuts, rich spices like cinnamon and cardamom, and topped with a glossy dark chocolate ganache. This cake is perfect for special occasions or when you want to indulge in something extraordinary.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup ground hazelnuts

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

4 large eggs

1 tablespoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 cup whole milk

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon cardamom

1 cup dark chocolate chips

½ cup heavy cream

Chopped hazelnuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, ground hazelnuts, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and cardamom.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract, then gradually fold in the dry ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, until the batter is smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the three prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 20-30 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the ganache, combine the dark chocolate chips and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  9. Once the cakes have cooled, stack them with layers of ganache between each. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining ganache.
  10. Garnish with chopped hazelnuts and serve.

Notes

For a fruity contrast, add a layer of raspberry or cherry jam between the cake layers.

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of ground ginger or nutmeg.

For a different flavor profile, substitute hazelnuts with almonds or walnuts.

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.

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