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The BEST Ferrero Rocher Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Description

This decadent Ferrero Rocher Cake combines rich chocolate layers with a creamy Nutella buttercream frosting, studded with Ferrero Rocher chocolates and a hint of hazelnut crunch. Perfect for special occasions, this cake offers moist, chocolatey goodness balanced with luscious, silky frosting and festive decoration.

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or more if needed)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Decoration

  • 12-15 Ferrero Rocher chocolates (for filling and decoration)
  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional, for extra crunch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and a smooth batter.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Incorporate sour cream: Add the sour cream to the batter and mix until fully incorporated, which will lend moisture and richness to the cake.
  5. Add boiling water: Gradually pour in the boiling water, mixing gently. The batter will be thin, which is normal and ensures a moist cake.
  6. Divide batter and bake: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare Nutella buttercream (not detailed but implied): Using softened butter, Nutella, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, beat together to create a smooth and spreadable frosting. Adjust consistency with heavy cream as needed.
  9. Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread Nutella buttercream evenly, add halved Ferrero Rocher chocolates, then stack the second cake layer on top.
  10. Frost and decorate: Frost the entire cake with remaining Nutella buttercream. Garnish with whole Ferrero Rocher chocolates and sprinkle chopped hazelnuts on top for added texture and decoration.

Notes

  • The boiling water thins the batter to make the cake moist; do not be alarmed by its consistency.
  • Make sure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting the buttercream.
  • You can adjust the amount of heavy cream in the frosting for preferred consistency.
  • Chopped hazelnuts are optional but add a nice crunch complementing the Ferrero Rocher theme.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/the-best-ferrero-rocher-cake-recipe/