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Egyptian Hazelnut Cake

Egyptian Hazelnut Cake
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Indulge in the luxurious Egyptian Hazelnut Cake, a delightful fusion of flavors that brings together rich hazelnut meringue, creamy buttercream, and a luscious caramel-hazelnut filling. Perfect for any celebration or cozy gathering, this cake stands out with its impressive layers and decadent taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee or hot water
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely ground toasted hazelnuts
  • 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ cup toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for dusting
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line baking pans.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, oil, vanilla extract, and hot coffee or water.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures gently until just mixed.
  5. Pour batter into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes; cool before removing from pans.
  6. For the buttercream: whip heavy cream to soft peaks; add mascarpone and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; fold in ground hazelnuts.
  7. Assemble the cake by layering with buttercream in between each layer.
  8. Make ganache by heating cream and pouring over chopped chocolate; let cool slightly before drizzling over the assembled cake.

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