Dessert Cake Namur Gateau Namurois
Indulge in the rich, nutty decadence of the Dessert Cake Namur, also known as Gâteau Namurois—an elegant Belgian-inspired treat that combines the bold flavors of toasted hazelnuts and luxurious dark chocolate. This moist and tender cake, enhanced with a hint of pure vanilla and a light dusting of powdered sugar, offers a sophisticated balance of sweetness and depth. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent dessert course, its unique texture comes from finely ground hazelnuts that lend a rustic charm and nutty aroma. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing masterpiece is surprisingly simple to make and pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Bake your way to a slice of European elegance with this heavenly cake!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Hazelnuts
- 150 grams Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let cool, then rub the toasted hazelnuts with a clean kitchen towel to remove most of the skins.
Step 3
Finely grind the hazelnuts in a food processor until they are the consistency of coarse sand. Be careful not to over-process as they may turn into a paste.
Step 4
Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a simmering saucepan of water, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar and eggs with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes pale and thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the melted chocolate and butter mixture, followed by the vanilla extract.
Step 7
In a separate bowl, whisk together the ground hazelnuts, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
Step 8
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
Step 10
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Optional: garnish with a few whole hazelnuts or chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (976.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4574.1 |
| Total Fat 333.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 125.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1076.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1966.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 350.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 209.6g | |
| Protein 76.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 553.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 36.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1496.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories