Ingredients:
- For the Cake Layers:
- 6 eggs
- 200g granulated sugar
- 200g ground hazelnuts or walnuts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- For the Chocolate Cream:
- 200g unsalted butter, softened
- 200g powdered sugar
- 200g dark chocolate (melted and cooled)
- 200ml milk
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 150g dark chocolate
- 150ml heavy cream
- 50g unsalted butter
- Optional:
- Fresh berries or hazelnuts for garnish
Instructions:
- Cake Layers:
- Preheat your oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F).
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the ground hazelnuts, flour, and baking powder.
- Divide the batter into three equal parts and spread each part into a greased and floured round cake pan.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the layers cool completely.
- Chocolate Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate and mix until incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cocoa powder with the milk until smooth, then add it to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Assembly:
- Place one cake layer on a plate and spread one-third of the chocolate cream over it.
- Repeat with the remaining layers and cream.
- Use any remaining cream to cover the sides of the cake.
- Chocolate Glaze:
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until itβs just about to boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute.
- Add the butter and stir until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Garnish with fresh berries or hazelnuts if desired.
- Allow the cake to set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Enjoy your Boem cake!