A simple, fragrant, flourless cake. Discover Tiziana’s Hazelnut Cake recipe, made with Nocciola Tonda Gentile. Download the free PDF with the recipe!
A dessert that tastes like Langa, forest, and memories
If there’s a scent that tells the story of autumn in Alta Langa, it’s that of toasted hazelnuts. And if there’s a dessert that celebrates them with simplicity and respect, it’s Tiziana’s Hazelnut Cake.
No flour, no baking powder, just eggs, sugar, and hazelnuts — a few ingredients for a result that tastes like home, like grandmothers, like old handwritten recipe books.
A recipe that has won over friends, guests, and anyone who has ever tasted it during breakfast at Cascina Facelli.
A simple, gluten-free, and fragrant recipe
This cake is a perfect example of smart, rustic cooking: few ingredients, carefully selected.
The result is a naturally gluten-free dessert, moist in the center and rich with hazelnut flavor.
📋 Ingredients:
4 eggs
200 g toasted hazelnuts
200 g granulated sugar
A pinch of salt
👩🍳 Method:
Finely chop the hazelnuts in a food processor using short pulses to avoid releasing oil.
Separate the egg yolks from the whites. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff.
Whisk the yolks with the sugar — just until light, not too foamy.
Add the chopped hazelnuts and mix well.
Gently fold in the beaten egg whites, mixing from bottom to top to keep the batter airy.
Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan (use rice flour if you want to keep it gluten-free).
Bake in a static oven at 180°C (356°F) for 30–35 minutes.
Always do the toothpick test.
A dessert that speaks of land and simplicity
This cake was born from a desire to celebrate what we have nearby: the hazelnut — queen of our hills — used with care and no frills.
It’s the perfect dessert for a rustic snack, an after-dinner treat, or a slow, quiet breakfast.
And if you want an extra touch, serve it with a spoonful of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How we serve it at Cascina Facelli
At our bed & breakfast, we serve the hazelnut cake during breakfast, alongside a good coffee or a cup of tea.
It’s one of those cakes that slow time down and remind you that sometimes, happiness tastes like simple things.
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