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Decadent Egyptian Hazelnut Cake: A Dessert Worth Dreaming About!


  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Rich and dreamy hazelnut cake straight from Egypt!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and ground
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix hazelnuts, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture.
  5. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • You can top the cake with chopped hazelnuts for extra crunch.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white.
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30