Nutella Cake
Nutella Cake: A Delight in Layers of Chocolate and Cream
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Number of servings: 12
Enter the savory world of desserts with this Nutella cake, a true feast for chocolate lovers and fine creams. This quick and simple dessert will surely be the star of any festive meal, perfect for celebrating special moments or simply indulging on an ordinary day.
### Required Ingredients:
For the base:
- 6 fresh eggs
- 6 tablespoons of warm water
- 180 g granulated sugar
- 180 g flour
- 1 pinch of salt
- Cocoa (to taste, for an intense chocolate flavor)
For the cream:
- 250 g mascarpone (choose a quality one for a creamy texture)
- 400 g Nutella (or another chocolate cream)
- 100 ml heavy cream (make sure it's well chilled)
For the syrup:
- 350 ml water
- 3-4 tablespoons of sugar
- Rum essence (for an extra flavor)
For decoration:
- 400 ml liquid cream for whipping
- 4-5 tablespoons of Nutella (for a decadent topping)
- Chopped hazelnuts (or any other type of nut you prefer for added crunch)
### Preparation Method:
1. Preparing the base:
Start by preheating the oven to 180°C. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar, salt, and warm water for 15-20 minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and doubles in volume. It is essential to pay attention to this step, as the incorporated air will make the base fluffy.
Sift the flour together with the cocoa, then add them gradually to the egg mixture, folding gently from the bottom up with a spatula to retain the air in the batter. Pour the mixture into a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check if it's done using the toothpick method: if it comes out clean, the base is perfectly baked.
After baking, let the base cool completely on a rack.
2. Preparing the cream:
In a large bowl, combine mascarpone with Nutella and mix until you get a smooth cream. Gradually add the heavy cream, continuing to mix to incorporate all the ingredients. The cream should have a slightly fluffy consistency and be firm enough to spread.
3. Preparing the syrup:
In a saucepan, combine water with sugar and bring to a boil. Let it boil until the sugar is completely dissolved. After removing the saucepan from the heat, add the rum essence and let the syrup cool.
4. Assembling the cake:
Once the base has cooled, cut it into two equal parts. Soak the first part with some of the prepared syrup, then add a generous portion of cream. Place the other half of the base on top and soak it as well.
5. Decorating the cake:
Whip the heavy cream until it becomes firm, then add 4-5 tablespoons of Nutella and mix gently to combine. Use this mixture to cover the entire cake. For an attractive look, decorate with chopped hazelnuts and the remaining whipped cream.
### Practical Tips:
- Choose fresh eggs, preferably from free-range, for better taste.
- Use a silicone spatula to gently fold the ingredients, keeping the air in the mixture.
- You can add a layer of fresh fruits, such as raspberries or strawberries, between the two layers of base for a touch of freshness.
- This cake keeps well in the fridge and becomes even tastier the next day when the flavors have time to develop.
Enjoy every bite of this Nutella cake, a dessert that will bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones!
Ingredients: For the base: 6 eggs, 6 tablespoons of warm water, 180g sugar, 180g flour, a pinch of salt, cocoa as desired for coloring. For the cream: 250g mascarpone, 400g Nutella, 100ml liquid cream. For the syrup: 350ml water, 3-4 tablespoons of sugar, rum essence. For the decoration: 400ml liquid cream, 4-5 tablespoons of Nutella, chopped hazelnuts.
