Indulge in the warm, nutty aroma of freshly baked Hazelnut Yeast Cake, effortlessly prepared using your bread machine. This delightful recipe combines the earthy richness of ground hazelnuts with a hint of cinnamon, creating a soft and airy loaf that’s perfect for brunch or dessert. The bread machine takes care of the heavy lifting—mixing, kneading, and rising—while you enjoy the simplicity of this hands-off approach. Finished with a golden crust and optional dusting of powdered sugar, this cake is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it warm with coffee or tea for a comforting treat that will impress family and guests alike.
Warm the whole milk slightly (it should be lukewarm, not hot). Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces to allow it to soften.
Add the ingredients to your bread machine in the manufacturer-recommended order. Typically, liquids go in first (milk, eggs, vanilla extract), followed by dry ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, ground hazelnuts, cinnamon). Make a small well in the flour and add the instant dry yeast.
Select the dough setting on your bread machine and start the process. This typically includes mixing, kneading, and a first rise (around 90 minutes to 2 hours).
Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the machine. Lightly grease a round 9-inch cake pan or a springform pan.
Shape the dough into a round or smooth it into the greased pan evenly. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 30-45 minutes or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the risen dough in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust the top of the hazelnut yeast cake with powdered sugar for a decorative and sweet finish.
Slice and serve as a delightful treat with coffee, tea, or your favorite spread.
Calories |
2657 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 94.5 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 2586 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 382.9 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.5 g | ||
| Protein | 70.6 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 447 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1458 mg | 31% | |
*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.