Description
Valentine’s Nutella Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines the delightful flavors of chocolate and hazelnut. This moist, decadent cake is perfect for any occasion, especially romantic dinners and celebrations. With its easy preparation and stunning appearance, it’s sure to impress your loved ones. Serve it warm with a drizzle of melted chocolate or fresh berries for an unforgettable treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Nutella (divided)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Fold in half a cup of Nutella to create marbled patterns in the batter.
- Divide the batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost with remaining Nutella and powdered sugar mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg