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.

Djamel Talab
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I love the hazelnut flavor in this cake. It's not too sweet and it's very moist.


Nakia Mitchell
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Deron J vybzs
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I've made this cake several times for my family and they love it. It's a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Jazzy Rana
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that will wow your guests.


Rachel Khutxixo
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I'm not a huge fan of hazelnut, but I thought I'd give this cake a try. I'm so glad I did! The hazelnut flavor is very subtle and the cake is so moist and delicious.


Sumayai Islam
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh the next day.


Tyler Lyon
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone was asking for the recipe.


Muhammad Arshed
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Coach Jenny
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I've tried many hazelnut chiffon cakes before, but this one is by far the best. The flavor is amazing and the texture is so light and fluffy.


Kelvin osasuyi
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This cake is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


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


GHETTO SOLDIER
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This cake is so good! I love the hazelnut flavor. It's not too sweet and it's very moist.


Robertson Zulu
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a very easy cake to make and it's always a crowd pleaser.


Emmax Leo
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This cake was absolutely delicious! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. The cake was light and fluffy, and the hazelnut flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this cake again.