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Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Filling

Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Filling You’ll Love

This Chocolate Hazelnut Cake Filling is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for elevating desserts in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup melted chocolate bittersweet or semisweet
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup toasted hazelnuts chopped
For Customization
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients: melted chocolate, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and toasted hazelnuts.
  2. Mix the melted chocolate, heavy cream, and softened butter in a large bowl until smooth and glossy.
  3. Fold in the chopped toasted hazelnuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  4. Let the filling cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes until it thickens.
  5. Check the consistency; it should be thick yet spreadable. Refrigerate if necessary.
  6. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best results. Check consistency after cooling and adjust if needed.

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