HAZELNUT CHIFFON CAKE

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The hazelnuts give this cake a surprising crunch. It's covered with a buttery mocha frosting. -Joylyn Trickel

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/4 cups cake flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup finely chopped hazelnuts, toasted
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 large egg yolks, room temperature
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
8 egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
MOCHA FROSTING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons hot brewed coffee

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, hazelnuts, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg yolks, water, oil and vanilla; add to dry ingredients. Beat until well blended. In another large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest rack at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack; cool completely. Carefully run a knife around edges and center tube to loosen; remove cake., In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar. Beat in the baking cocoa, vanilla and enough coffee to achieve desired consistency. Frost cake.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 22 g fat (7 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87 mg cholesterol, Sodium 190 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 6 g protein.

Tasha Inman
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and flavorless.


Anyiah Beasley
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.


Taylor Frank
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still delicious.


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I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone who loves hazelnut flavor.


Alexzander Alva
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This cake is a bit expensive to make, but it's worth it for the special occasion.


David susan Onne
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I've never made a chiffon cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Ashik Sifat
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Haseeb Ahmad
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Note Nine
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This cake is so light and fluffy. It's like eating a cloud.


Taylor Ryan
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I love the hazelnut flavor in this cake. It's so unique and delicious.


Pak Shaheen
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is incredible and it's so beautiful.


Sm Motiur
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for a special occasion.


Channsaith Saith
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This cake is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and the hazelnut flavor is delicious. I made it for a party and it was a huge hit.