Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake

Name: Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake
Prep time: 1 h 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: European, British
Ingredients: 4 eggs (room temperature); 140g granulated sugar; 56g milk (room temperature); 56g vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 28g unsweetened cocoa powder; 80g cake flour; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 85g dark chocolate; 25g granulated sugar; 30g heavy cream; 50g egg yolks (about 3 egg yolks); 210g heavy cream (for whipping); 120g hazelnut praline paste; 80g dark chocolate; 60–70g feuilletine; 20g hazelnuts, chopped (optional); 150g heavy cream; 120g hazelnut praline paste; 2–3 tbsp mascarpone (optional); 220g dark chocolate; 250g heavy cream; 1 tbsp unsalted butter; 70g water; 70g granulated sugar; 5g unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

Prep:1h 45minCook:25min

This Chocolate Hazelnut Layer Cake is made with soft chocolate sponge, creamy mousses, and a crunchy hazelnut layer, all covered in a glossy chocolate glaze, a stunning dessert that’s completely worth the effort.

Updated at: Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:10:35 GMT