Flourless Hazelnut Mascapone Chocolate Cake (Gluten-Free)

Hazelnuts are rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to this indulgent dessert.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Flourless Hazelnut Mascapone Chocolate Cake (Gluten-Free)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Hazelnut meal
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Dark chocolate, chopped
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Hazelnuts, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the hazelnut meal, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate and unsalted butter together.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
5. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and mix well.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until thick and creamy.
12. Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
13. Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts on top.
14. Dust with cocoa powder.
15. Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour before serving.
16. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.