Microwave Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Recipe

Name: Microwave Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, chopped; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup self-rising flour, plus 2 tbsp; 1/3 cup cocoa powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 cup ground hazelnuts; 2 None large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped; 9 oz dark chocolate, chopped; 3/4 cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, chopped
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup self-rising flour, plus 2 tbsp
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup ground hazelnuts
2 None large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
9 oz dark chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream

1
Grease an 8 inch microwave-safe ring mold and line base with parchment paper.
2
Combine butter, sugar and 1 cup water in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 mins, stirring once during cooking. Let cool to room temperature.
3
Sift flour, cocoa powder and baking soda into butter mixture. Add ground hazelnuts and whisk until smooth. Stir in egg and vanilla. Transfer to prepared pan. Microwave on MEDIUM (70-80%) for 10 mins, or until almost cooked in the center. Let cool in mold for 5 mins then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4
Meanwhile, to make the chocolate ganache, combine chocolate and heavy cream in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1 min 30 seconds. Stir until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth. Chill, stirring occasionally, until spreadable.
5
Spread top and sides of cake with chocolate ganache and sprinkle with hazelnuts. Serve.

1100

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, chopped, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup self-rising flour, plus 2 tbsp, 1/3 cup cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Microwave Chocolate Hazelnut Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Microwave Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

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