Maulwurftorte
With its layers of decadent chocolate and creamy hazelnut filling, the Maulwurftorte, or "Mole Cake," is a delightful German dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth in the most scrumptious way. This cake is a true showstopper, perfect for special occasions or just to treat yourself to something indulgent. The combination of rich chocolate sponge cake, velvety cream, and crunchy hazelnuts create a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone craving for more.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottom of the pans with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to combine.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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While the cakes are cooling, prepare the hazelnut filling. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the finely chopped toasted hazelnuts.
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Once the cakes have cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread the hazelnut filling evenly over the top.
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Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the filling.
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To make the chocolate frosting, place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and butter until it simmers. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate chips and let it sit for a minute. Stir until smooth and glossy.
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Pour the chocolate frosting over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
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Refrigerate the Maulwurftorte for at least an hour to set the frosting before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice- Calories
- 380 kcal
- Total Fat
- 25 g
- Saturated Fat
- 12 g
- Cholesterol
- 70 mg
- Sodium
- 180 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 35 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 20 g
- Protein
- 6 g
Enjoy this delightful Maulwurftorte with a cup of coffee or tea for a truly indulgent treat that will have everyone asking for the recipe. It's a surefire way to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something sweet and satisfying.