German Carrot-Hazelnut Cake

German Carrot-Hazelnut Cake


1. In a bowl, beat the egg whites and salt using an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form; gradually add 1/3 cup sugar, beating until stiff.

2. In a bowl, beat egg yolks and 1/4 cup hot water at medium-high speed until foamy.

3. Gradually add remaining 2/3 cup sugar; beat 3 minutes or until thick and pale.

4. Stir the carrots and next 7 ingredients into the yolk mixture; fold in egg white mixture.

5. Pour batter into a lightly greased 10-inch springform pan.

6. Bake in a 325° oven for 50 minutes or until a pick comes out clean.

7. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove sides of pan, and cool completely on a wire rack.

8. To make Chocolate Glaze: combine sugar and cocoa; stir in water until spreading consistency.

9. Spread top and sides of cake with Chocolate Glaze.

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