Nutella Barry Bear Recipe
Our favorite bear friend is back for another season! This time he's dressed in his chocolatey best, topped with Nutella®.
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Ingredients
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Cake Base
Nutella Frosting
Decoration
Method
Prepare the Cake Base
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5
Add Boiling Water
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
- 6
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Make the Nutella Frosting
- 8
Beat the Butter
In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy and smooth using an electric mixer.
- 9
Add Nutella
Add the Nutella to the butter and mix until fully combined.
- 10
Incorporate Powdered Sugar
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined, then beat on high speed until smooth.
- 11
Add Cream and Vanilla
Mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assemble and Decorate
- 12
Layer the Cakes
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of Nutella frosting on top.
- 13
Add the Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting-covered layer.
- 14
Frost the Cake
Using the remaining Nutella frosting, cover the top and sides of the cake.
- 15
Add Decorations
Sprinkle chocolate sprinkles and mini marshmallows on top of the cake to create a festive look.
- 16
Final Touches
Slice and serve the Nutella Barry Bear cake with your favorite beverage!
