Ferrero Rocher cake sounds absolutely decadent! Here’s a recipe for you:
Ferrero Rocher Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Ferrero Rocher Filling:
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup crushed Ferrero Rocher candies
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
For Decoration:
- Whole Ferrero Rocher candies
- Crushed hazelnuts
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Make the Cake:
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
3. Make the Ferrero Rocher Filling:
- In a bowl, mix Nutella, chopped hazelnuts, and crushed Ferrero Rocher candies until well combined.
4. Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the Ferrero Rocher filling evenly over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top.
5. Make the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add chopped chocolate and butter. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Let the ganache cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
6. Frost the Cake:
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the assembled cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Use a spatula to spread the ganache evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
7. Decorate the Cake:
- Garnish the top of the cake with whole Ferrero Rocher candies and crushed hazelnuts.
8. Chill the Cake:
- Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the ganache before serving.
Enjoy your indulgent Ferrero Rocher cake masterpiece!
