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Cocoa and Nutella Yeast Cake

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This Cocoa and Nutella Yeast Cake blends nostalgia with indulgence, making it the perfect dessert for family gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Bakery
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for dough structure and development.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Yeast Leavening agent.
  • 1 large Egg At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Contributes moisture and acidity.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Warmed, below 115°F.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
For the Cocoa Filling
  • 200 g Bittersweet Chocolate Or semi-sweet/dark chocolate substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Vital for rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Provides moisture.
  • 1 cup Nutella Star ingredient.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar For syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Water Dissolves sugar.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • small saucepan
  • Heatproof Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Sugar Syrup: Combine equal parts granulated sugar and water in a saucepan, stir until dissolved, and cool.
  2. Mix Dough: Combine warmed milk, sour cream, sugar, egg, and yeast in a mixer. Add flour, salt, and butter, knead for 10 mins.
  3. First Rise: Shape dough into a ball, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Make Cocoa Filling: Melt chocolate and butter, then whisk in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  5. Assemble Cake: Punch down dough, roll out, spread cocoa filling, fold and roll tightly, then twist and place in a pan.
  6. Second Rise: Cover and let rise for 35 minutes.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F) and bake for 45 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Glaze: Brush warm cake with sugar syrup immediately after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Knead for at least 10 minutes for best texture. Allow cake to cool before slicing for easier presentation.

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