Norwegian Hazelnut Cake

Delight your taste buds with the rich, nutty charm of this traditional Norwegian Hazelnut Cake—a dessert that truly captures the essence of Scandinavian baking. Made with toasted hazelnuts finely ground to perfection, this flour-light cake boasts a fluffy, tender crumb infused with the subtle fragrance of vanilla. Its simple yet elegant preparation, requiring just a handful of basic pantry ingredients, makes it ideal for everything from cozy coffee breaks to festive celebrations. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, this gluten-friendly masterpiece is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for nut lovers and fans of European-inspired desserts, this easy-to-make hazelnut cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Enjoy a slice of Nordic comfort with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Hazelnuts
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 5 Eggs
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for decoration, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Allow them to cool slightly, then rub them in a clean kitchen towel to remove most of the skins. Finely grind the hazelnuts in a food processor until they reach a coarse flour-like consistency.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar for 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer until the mixture is pale, thick, and fluffy.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg and sugar mixture. Be careful not to deflate the batter.

Step 5

Gently fold in the ground hazelnuts, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	773.8 grams (773.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3031

Total Fat 186.70g	239%
Saturated Fat 41.10g	206%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1041mg	347%
Sodium 809mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 293.40g	107%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 223.70g
Protein 65.50g	131%

Vitamin D 205IU	1025%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 418mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 37.7%