Ferrero Rocher Cake
A rich and indulgent chocolate cake layered with creamy hazelnut filling and finished with luscious chocolate ganache, perfect for any celebration.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 400kcal
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour Sift to keep the cake light.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Can replace 1/4 cup with brown sugar for a caramel flavor.
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality for deep flavor.
- 1.5 tsp baking powder Helps with cake lift.
- 1.5 tsp baking soda Pair with baking powder for fluffiness.
- 1 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Best at room temperature.
- 1 cup whole milk Makes the cake tender.
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil Can substitute with canola or melted butter.
- 2 tsp vanilla extract Use real vanilla if possible.
- 1 cup boiling water Secret for moist crumb.
For the Filling and Ganache
- 1 cup creamy hazelnut filling (like Nutella) Essential for flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream For making ganache.
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped Use for ganache.
- to taste Ferrero Rocher chocolates & chopped hazelnuts For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Beat for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour in the boiling water and mix until well combined.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then turn onto wire racks to cool completely.
Ganache and Assembly
- Heat the heavy cream almost to boiling, then pour over the chopped semi-sweet chocolate. Let stand for 3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Spread the hazelnut filling over one cooled cake layer. Top with the second cake layer.
- Pour the ganache over the top and sides, allowing it to drip for a dramatic effect.
- Decorate with Ferrero Rocher chocolates and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
Notes
Let cake slices come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. Can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
