Introducing the indulgent French Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, a masterpiece rich in flavor and elegant in presentation. This delightful creation from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® features a smooth, light glaze that enhances the cake’s decadence while offering a unique french hazelnut flavor profile. Each bite combines the sweetness of sugar with the earthy richness of ground nuts, making it a french for hazelnut experience that captivates the senses.
Ideal for celebratory occasions like birthdays and holidays, this cake is crafted with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, adding a deep chocolatey essence to every slice. The french hazelnut cake is perfect for those who appreciate sophisticated desserts and enjoy an intermediate-level baking challenge. Whether you’re serving it at a festive gathering or simply indulging at home, this cake promises to delight and impress.
Ingredients
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Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease and flour 9-inch springform pan.
Step 2
Microwave 1 cup morsels in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; STIR. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
Step 3
Beat 3/4 cup sugar, 2/3 cup butter, vanilla extract and salt in large mixer bowl until creamy. Beat in melted chocolate and egg yolks. Add flour and liqueur; beat until smooth. Stir in hazelnuts. Beat egg whites in small mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into chocolate batter. Spread into prepared springform pan.
Step 4
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out still slightly moist. Cool in pan for 15 minutes. Loosen and remove side of pan. Invert onto wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5
Heat 3 tablespoons butter, corn syrup and water in small, heavy-duty saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture just comes to a boil. Remove from heat. Add remaining morsels; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
Step 6
Pour 3 tablespoons glaze into small, heavy-duty plastic bag. Pour remaining glaze over cake; spread over top and sides. Allow to set for a few minutes. Cut tiny corner from bag; pipe reserved glaze over cake.
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Make It
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease and flour 9-inch springform pan.
Step 2
Microwave 1 cup morsels in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; STIR. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
Step 3
Beat 3/4 cup sugar, 2/3 cup butter, vanilla extract and salt in large mixer bowl until creamy. Beat in melted chocolate and egg yolks. Add flour and liqueur; beat until smooth. Stir in hazelnuts. Beat egg whites in small mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into chocolate batter. Spread into prepared springform pan.
Step 4
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out still slightly moist. Cool in pan for 15 minutes. Loosen and remove side of pan. Invert onto wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5
Heat 3 tablespoons butter, corn syrup and water in small, heavy-duty saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture just comes to a boil. Remove from heat. Add remaining morsels; stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
Step 6
Pour 3 tablespoons glaze into small, heavy-duty plastic bag. Pour remaining glaze over cake; spread over top and sides. Allow to set for a few minutes. Cut tiny corner from bag; pipe reserved glaze over cake.



