Grand Marnier Hazelnut Liqueur Cakes Recipe
Overview:
These delightful Grand Marnier Hazelnut Liqueur Cakes are a perfect blend of richness and flavor, making them an ideal choice for gifting or serving to guests. With a preparation time of 30 minutes and a baking time of 1 hour, these cakes boast a total time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The recipe yields 4 loaves, each measuring 8 inches by 3 3/4 inches, providing about 6-8 servings per loaf.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Eggs |
| 2 2/3 | Sugar |
| 3 1/2 | Flour |
| 1 | Baking Powder |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1 | Heavy Cream |
| 1 | Vanilla Beans |
| 3/4 | Vanilla Extract |
| 3 | Butter |
| 3/4 | Sugar |
| 1 1/4 | Light Corn Syrup |
| 1 3/4 | Water |
| 1/3 | Grand Marnier |
| 2 | Orange Zest |
| 1/3 | Hazelnuts |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 411.9
- Fat: 13.3g
- Saturated Fat: 6.6g
- Cholesterol: 90.8mg
- Sodium: 131.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 70.6g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 50.3g
- Protein: 4.9g
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease and flour 4 loaf pans.
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Infuse Vanilla Cream:
- Split open the vanilla bean and scrape the seeds into the heavy cream.
- Heat the cream until scalding, then let it cool.
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Prepare Batter:
- Whisk together eggs, sugar, and salt until well blended.
- Sift flour and baking powder together.
- Whisk the sifted dry ingredients into the egg/sugar mixture until blended.
- Remove the vanilla bean pod from the cream, and whisk the cream into the batter.
- Gently mix in melted butter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a cake tester comes out clean.
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Prepare Syrup:
- While the cake is baking, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup in a heavy saucepan.
- Stir over medium-high heat until it simmers.
- Allow it to come to a full boil, cover, and continue to boil until the sugar dissolves, and the liquid is clear (approximately a minute).
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes, then stir in Grand Marnier.
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Finish and Serve:
- After removing the cakes from the oven, let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges, turn cakes out, then immediately return cakes to pans.
- Use a thin wooden skewer to poke holes into the cake, about 1 inch apart, going from top to bottom.
- Pour 1/4 syrup mixture over each cake and, if desired, sprinkle with optional toppings.
- Let the cakes cool until they have absorbed the syrup.
- Remove from pans.
Pro Tips:
- If planning to gift these cakes, consider using disposable aluminum foil loaf pans and presenting the cake in the pan for a convenient and charming packaging option.
Conclusion:
These Grand Marnier Hazelnut Liqueur Cakes are a testament to the fusion of exquisite ingredients, creating a dessert that is not only delicious but also perfect for sharing with loved ones or giving as thoughtful gifts. The infusion of Grand Marnier and the crunch of hazelnuts elevate the flavor profile, ensuring each bite is a delightful experience. Store them for up to two weeks in a cool place or freeze them to enjoy anytime, making them a versatile and delectable treat.
