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Mushroom Hazelnut Cake

Mushroom Hazelnut Cake

Discover the magic of Mushroom Hazelnut Cake, a savory delight with earthy mushrooms, nutty Comté cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g Comté cheese, grated
  • 200 g button mushrooms
  • 120 g flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 packet baking powder
  • 80 ml milk
  • 50 g chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Frying pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (thermostat 6).
  2. Sauté the button mushrooms cut into small cubes in olive oil until golden brown, then set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and olive oil.
  4. Add the flour and baking powder to the wet mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Fold in the grated Comté cheese and chopped hazelnuts, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the sautéed mushrooms and finely chopped parsley to the batter and mix until smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown and a knife comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This cake can be served warm or at room temperature – perfect for any occasion!
For an extra crunch, sprinkle some chopped hazelnuts on top before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
For a gluten-free option, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend. Enjoy experimenting with different mushrooms for varied flavors!
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