Hazelnut Cake is an easy-to-prepare and healthy recipe made with a basic cake batter and ground hazelnuts. With the nutrients from raw hazelnuts and vanilla taste from the cake, Hazelnut Cake is a perfect option for you to bake when you crave sweets, or just simply looking for a dessert to serve.
Ingredients
Hazelnut Cake requires basic ingredients for the vanilla cake such as eggs, milk, flour, vanilla extract, and oil, and of course, hazelnuts to add.
Eggs: Eggs provide structure and moisture to the cake, helping it rise and giving it a tender texture.
Granulated Sugar: This sweetens the cake and contributes to the overall flavor while also helping to create a tender crumb.
All-Purpose Flour (or Whole Wheat Flour): Flour is the foundation of your cake, providing the necessary structure. You can use either all-purpose flour for a classic texture or whole wheat flour for a more wholesome, nutty flavor.
Milk: Milk adds moisture to the cake, making it soft and light. It also helps to blend the flavors together.
Olive Oil: Olive oil provides a rich, moist texture to the cake, adding a subtle flavor. It’s a healthier alternative to butter.
Baking Powder: Baking powder is the leavening agent that helps the cake rise, giving it a light and fluffy texture.
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the cake, adding a warm and sweet aroma.
Ground Hazelnuts: Ground hazelnuts add a delicious, nutty flavor and a slightly crunchy texture to the cake, making it richer and more flavorful.
How to Make Hazelnut Cake?
Prepare the Cake Pan: Start by oiling your cake pan using either olive oil or butter. This step is crucial to prevent the cake from sticking to the pan and ensures easy removal after baking. Once done, set the pan aside.
Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, start by combining the eggs and sugar. Whisk them together using a mixer until the mixture becomes pale and creamy, indicating that the sugar has dissolved and the eggs are well-aerated. This step is essential for a light and fluffy cake.
Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the olive oil, vanilla extract, and milk to the egg-sugar mixture while continuing to whisk. This will help blend the ingredients smoothly, contributing to the cake’s moist texture.
Add Dry Ingredients: Next, sift in the flour, and baking powder. Whisk these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined, ensuring a smooth batter. This step ensures that the cake will rise evenly.
Fold in Ground Hazelnuts: Once the batter is ready, gently fold in the ground hazelnuts. This technique incorporates the nuts without deflating the batter, maintaining the cake’s airy texture while adding a delightful nutty flavor.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, making sure it is evenly distributed. Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for about 45 minutes. The baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the cake. It’s ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Once baked, carefully remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a large plate to cool completely. This helps the cake set and makes it easier to slice. Serve the cake with a cup of coffee, tea, or milk, and enjoy its rich, nutty flavor.
And that’s all! Enjoy your delicious Hazelnut Cake. Until next time, keep coloring your plates!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup ground hazelnuts
Instructions
- Oil the cake pan with olive oil or butter, and set it aside.
- To prepare the cake batter, use a large bowl. Firstly, combine eggs and sugar and whisk with a mixer well until it whitens. Then, add the oil, and milk, and keep whisking.
- Add flour, baking powder, vanilla extract and keep whisking for additional few minutes.
- Once the batter is ready, fold in the ground hazelnuts.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake in oven set to 200 C for about 45 minutes.
- When the cake is ready, remove it from the pan and transfer it to a large plate. Let it cool down.
- Serve it with a cup of coffee, tea, or milk.
Notes
- Whisking the sugar and eggs well is important to prevent egg smell.
- You can use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- To check if your cake is ready, you can use a wooden toothpick. Take a toothpick and dip it to cake. If there is no batter on it when you pull it pack, that means your cake is ready!