Description

This decadent three-layer Nutella cake features a moist, hazelnut-studded chocolate sponge and a velvety chocolate-hazelnut buttercream. Topped with crunchy roasted nuts and Kinder Bueno pieces, it is a comforting and impressive dessert perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

500g butter or baking spread, softened
500g caster sugar
9 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
425g self-raising flour
75g cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
75g chopped roasted hazelnuts, plus extra for decoration
250g unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
500g icing sugar, sifted (for frosting)
300g Nutella (for frosting)
2-3 tbsp milk
Nutella, warmed for drizzling
Kinder Bueno pieces for decoration

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 160°C Fan (180°C / 350°F) and grease three 8-inch cake tins, lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat the 500g of softened butter and 500g of caster sugar for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
Add the 9 eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk until combined, then gently fold in the self-raising flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
Fold in the 75g of chopped roasted hazelnuts and divide the batter evenly among the three prepared tins.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, then let the cakes cool completely on wire racks.
Prepare the buttercream by beating 250g of softened butter until creamy, then mix in the icing sugar, 300g of Nutella, and milk until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the cake by layering the sponges with buttercream and a drizzle of warmed Nutella, finishing with piped rosettes and Kinder Bueno pieces on top.

Notes

To achieve the best rise and texture, ensure all your refrigerated ingredients like eggs and butter have reached room temperature before you begin mixing. If you prefer a more intense nut flavor, lightly toast the chopped hazelnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes before adding them to the batter. This cake is quite sturdy and travels well, making it an excellent choice for parties or gatherings.

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: European