Chocolate Hazelnut Cake – Catalina Cooks

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional for texture)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons milk (or more for desired consistency)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts (for garnish)