CHOCOLATE AND HAZELNUT CRUNCH CAKE

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

14 ounces of semisweet chocolate
1 ounce of bittersweet chocolate
3 eggs, separated
4 ounces sugar
1 3/4 cups of heavy cream
6 ounces Giandujia chocolate
3 ounces hazelnut paste
6 ounces royaltine chips
1/4 cups peanut oil
8 ounces couverture chocolate
8 ounces cocoa butter

Steps:

  • Combine both chocolates and melt them over a double boiler. Whisk the yolks and 1/2 of the sugar in a mixer equipped with a whisk, set aside at room temperature. In a separate bowl, whisk the whipping cream to the soft peak stage and set aside, refrigerated. Combine the 3 egg whites with the remaining sugar and whip to a soft peak stage. Pour the melted chocolate into the yolk and sugar mixture and whip at high speed until the mixture begins to pale and increase in volume. Fold in the whipped egg whites and then the whipped cream until smooth and homogenous. Pour into individual 3-inch diameter plastic round bottom (about 1/2 cup capacity) molds and freeze.
  • Combine and melt the Gandujia and the hazelnut paste over a double boiler until smooth. Set aside at room temperature. Add the royaltine chips and the peanut oil and fold into the chocolate mixture until smooth. While the mixture is still warm, spread it on a sheetpan in a 1/2-inch layer, evening the surface with the aid of an offset spatula. Refrigerate until solid and then cut into 3-inch circles and refrigerate. These circles will serve as the base for the mousse cakes.
  • Combine both of the ingredients over a double boiler and melt until smooth. Allow to cool to a warm stage and fill a container of an electric spray gun with the mixture. The spray gun should be new or has never been used for any purpose other than food.
  • To assemble cakes: Remove the crunchy 3-inch discs from the refrigerator and place on plates. Remove mousse molds and unmold on top of the disc. These should be kept frozen until ready to spray with the chocolate mist. Remove mousse cakes from the freezer and spray the chocolate domes liberally to create a velour type finish, while still frozen. Refrigerate until set. Serve the mousse cakes with chocolate sauce and chocolate decorations of your choice.

Lovemore Fakudze
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This cake is so delicious and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion or just to treat yourself. I highly recommend it!


Zahid Hasan Niloy
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge hit! The kids all loved it and even the adults couldn't get enough.


Khayelihle Monone
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted the hazelnuts with chopped walnuts. The cake still turned out great! The walnuts added a nice crunch and flavor.


Nomfundo Rebe
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a moist, flavorful cake that's sure to impress your guests.


SHEHZAD UTMAN
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. The hazelnut flavor really balances out the chocolate and makes it more complex and interesting. I'd definitely make this cake again.


yoongi wife
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just for a special treat for my family. It's always a hit!


Thomas Crawshaw
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This cake is delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut, and the praline topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


rock sungi
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This cake is amazing! The chocolate and hazelnut flavors are so rich and decadent, and the crunch from the praline topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


REHAN WARRIOR
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This cake is a winner! It's easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family, and it's always a hit.


Shahriyar Aslam
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I always get compliments when I make it.


faizan Minhas
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Yum! This cake is so good! The chocolate and hazelnut flavors are so rich and decadent, and the crunch from the praline topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Brenda Needham
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This cake is delicious! The chocolate and hazelnut flavors are perfectly balanced, and the crunch from the praline topping is amazing. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Nasiru Idris
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so simple to make. I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfectly. My family loved it!


Rana Shakh
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any kind of nuts or chocolate that I have on hand.


Shahzebkhan 2003
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and decadent. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


apurbo nova
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of chocolate and hazelnut, and the crunch from the praline topping was the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making this again.