Ferrero Rocher Cake

Ferrero Rocher Cake is a decadent and rich chocolate cake that is studded with crushed Ferrero Rocher chocolates throughout the cake layers and frosting. The cake itself is moist and fluffy, made with a combination of all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, buttermilk, eggs, and vegetable oil. The addition of boiling water helps to create a tender and moist crumb. Perfect for chocolate lovers or anyone who enjoys the sweet and nutty flavor of Ferrero Rocher chocolates.

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Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Ferrero Rocher chocolates, crushed

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Using Ventray Stand Mixer, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth.
  3. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  4. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the frosting:

  1. Using Ventray Stand Mixer, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the crushed Ferrero Rocher chocolates.

To assemble the cake:

  1. Place one of the cooled cake layers on a cake stand or serving plate.
  2. Spread a layer of frosting over the top of the cake.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting and spread another layer of frosting over the top of the cake.
  4. Decorate the top of the cake with additional crushed Ferrero Rocher chocolates, if desired.
  5. Enjoy!

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