Egyptian Hazelnut Cake
Egyptian Hazelnut Cake is a delightful dessert that marries the rich, nutty flavors of hazelnuts with a moist, tender crumb. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, whether served plain or dressed up with whipped cream or fresh fruit. Its impressive golden-brown crust and unique taste make it a standout treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Egyptian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ground hazelnuts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together ground hazelnuts, flour, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add melted butter and mix well. Gradually incorporate this wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing for a light texture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg