Chocolate and Hazelnut Cake (Torta Gianduia)

A rich Italian hazelnut and dark chocolate cake topped with hazelnut spread, created to celebrate Italy's 150th anniversary.

Estimated Nutrition
Calories
587.5
kcal / serving
5874.5 kcal total
Carbs
40.1g
per serving
401.4 g total
Fat
43.6g
per serving
435.6 g total
Protein
8.8g
per serving
88.2 g total
Cook Time
50
minutes
Serves
10
people
Dietary
Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
200
g
Dark Chocolate
broken into squares
200
g
Caster Sugar
preferably golden
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
200
g
Butter
cubed, plus extra for greasing
6
piece
Eggs
medium, separated
Liquids
3
tbsp
Hazelnut Liqueur
or amaretto or orange juice
NutsSeeds
250
g
Hazelnuts
whole blanched

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