To make the cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1 cup ground hazelnuts
– 1/2 cup Nutella
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Add in the flour mixture and the milk alternately, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the ground hazelnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and it out evenly.
Using a spoon or knife, swirl in the Nutella on top of the cake batter. Run the spoon or knife through the batter a few times to create a marbled effect.
Bake the cake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake has cooled, you can serve it as is, or you can add a layer of Nutella frosting on top for an extra indulgent treat. To make the frosting, simply mix together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup Nutella, 2 cups powdered sugar, and 2-3 tablespoons of milk until smooth and creamy.
Spread the frosting over the top of the cake, then slice and serve. This hazelnut cake with Nutella is sure to impress your friends and family, and it’s a way to enjoy the flavors of Nutella and hazelnuts in a cake form.