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Bologna Cake Recipe: Ingredients and Instructions

Bologna Cake Recipe

The Bologna cake recipe dates back to the 16th century when a baker first created the cake in Bologna. If you are looking for a delicious and unique cake, consider trying the Bologna cake recipe. You will not be disappointed!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Slices

Ingredients
  

For the cake:

  • 1 cup "00" flour (250 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 3 Eggs (beaten)
  • 1/2 cup Milk (120 ml)
  • 1/4 cup Butter, melted (60 grams)
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (120 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

For the filling:

  • 1/2 cup Chocolate hazelnut spread (120 grams)

For the ganache:

  • 1/4 cup Geavy cream (60 ml)
  • 1/4 cup Dark chocolate, chopped (60 grams)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) cake pan.
  • Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter in another bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool for a few minutes, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the filling, simply spread the chocolate hazelnut evenly over the cake's top.
  • For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it comes to a boil.
  • Remove from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let sit for a few minutes, then whisk until smooth.
  • Spread the ganache over the top of the cake, then let it sit before serving.
  • Enjoy!
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