Chocolate Cheat Cake with Mascarpone Hazelnut Frosting
An easy chocolate cheat cake made using a box mix and topped with a creamy mascarpone hazelnut frosting. Quick to make, minimal dishes, and perfect for when you need a delicious dessert in no time.
Servings 10 slices
Calories 360kcal
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix e.g. Golden Cloud, with frosting packet
- Ingredients required for cake mix as per box instructions
- 1 tub mascarpone
- 20 ml hazelnut syrup e.g. Nettari
- 1 hazelnut chocolate slab grated (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Bake in a cake tin and allow to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone with the frosting packet from the cake mix. Add the hazelnut syrup and mix until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Cake
- Slice the cake into two layers. Spread a portion of the frosting between the layers, then cover the top and sides with the remaining frosting.
Decorate
- Top with grated hazelnut chocolate if desired.
Notes
- You can use any chocolate cake mix of your choice.
- Adjust the amount of hazelnut syrup to taste.
- Keep refrigerated if using mascarpone frosting.