Reviewed: Oct. 11, 2008

I am a pretty good baker, was intrigued by this recipe and the good reviews. And-----there is always the possibility that I messed up--!! I was careful to take it out on time, mine was not dry, just dull. It was fun, though, making something unusual always is.

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LORRIE56


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Reviewed: Aug. 11, 2008

Only one word I can say "Fabulous". This recipe was very easy to make for inexperienced cook like me. But the taste was just perfect. I did several changes due to what I had in my kitchen such as self-rising flour, sweetened cocoa powder, and my favorite strong tea. I skipped the hazelnuts and put a bit less sugar. Also, I sprigkeled it with cocoa powder instead of confectioner's sugar cause I didn't have it -__-. Many thanks for the real good and simple cake recipe. I'll make it again and again.

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Alyssa


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Reviewed: Aug. 8, 2008

Sounds delicious but very high in fat. So I'll rate this 3 stars. I try to use healthy substitutions for butter and eggs, but not always successfully. I wish this website would do this for us (who wants to waste all these good ingredients on a failure?). But I can't understand why a cake that has a full cup of butter would be dry. Would using oil for some of the butter help? I'm reluctant to try it. Any advice or suggestions?

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Loufa1947

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Reviewed: Aug. 8, 2008

I just LOVED this cake. My friends and I are all about tea time and this was perfect. I used earl grey per another reviewer...yummo

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saralator

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Home Town: Lyons, New York, USA Living In: Hagerstown, Maryland, USA
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Reviewed: Aug. 8, 2008

Anything containing 1 cup of butter, can't be anything BUT yummy !! Any substitutions ?

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BUBS2

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Reviewed: Mar. 23, 2008

A little dry, but the flavor was so perfect for when you want something sweet, but not too sweet (like at tea or breakfast). So delicious, and I will certainly make it again.

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Suzy E.

	Cooking Level: Beginning Home Town: Topeka, Kansas, USA Living In: Lexington, Kentucky, USA
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Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2006

Oooh. This was fantastic. It's great to have for breakfast with coffee or tea and is quite filling. Doesn't need frosting or anything of the sort but this isn't a sweet birthday cake! I was a bit nervous that it'd be too sweet when I measured out the sugar but once the batter was ready and it already smelled heavenly I knew this would be good. I used Ghirardelli's cocoa powder and plain old black tea. Didn't have that much hazelnuts at home so I used half walnuts half hazelnuts. The results were a delicious and moist coffee cake. I'll have to learn this recipe by heart.

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Saci


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Reviewed: Jun. 25, 2005

a wonderful chocolate cake, not too dence. I used "eral gray" brand tea which added special aroma. A heavy frosting will spoil the delicate flavor of the cake.

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MICHALH


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Reviewed: Dec. 16, 2004

I'm not an experienced baker, but this cake was fairly easy and fast to make. I baked it for an aunt's birthday and she isn't a big fan of dense cakes but I loved its rich chocolate flavor. I'll be skipping the nuts next time though. For the icing, I used plain and simple chocolate glaze and it tasted fab!

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MissPisces


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Reviewed: Dec. 8, 2003

This cake was okay. Came out a bit dry. I followed the directions exactly and my oven does have a 360 degree setting. Didn't know whether to frost it or not. Definitely needs icing. I rate on whether there are any leftovers -- I still have half a cake left and I served it yesterday.

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AMSABOU


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Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2003

Wonderful! This cake was just right the way it is! I will definitely make it again- !!! THUMBS UP! Thank you Marlies Monika!

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GALLER M


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Reviewed: Aug. 11, 2003

A "must-have" for every chocolate fan out there. This is a great cake. I really liked that it wasn't that sweet at all. It's not like a brownie that contains tons of sugar. This cake is just right!!!!

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YOOSHIN


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Reviewed: Jul. 14, 2003

I loved this recipe. Although I do recommend eating it the same day its made. But is was sooo delicous. I will definately make it again. :D

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ICEPRINSESS


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Reviewed: Jul. 14, 2003

Tastes unlike anything I have ever had. Truely unique and delicious.

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JINNIA


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Reviewed: Jul. 10, 2003

BEST CAKE I'VE EVER HAD!!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!

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TAMMY20


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Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2002

Sorry, I didn't like this cake at all. I baked it at 360 for 55 minutes, and it was dry, dry. Hazelnuts aren't cheap either. :(

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KRANEY

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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2002

This cake was good... although it came out a little dry. My children did not like the nuts, either. It was a bit like a brownie cake. I will make again, without nuts and with frosting.

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LAUREN JONES


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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2002

This cake was quite good. I dusted the top with powdered sugar and that seemed to be all the topping it needed. I don't know about letting it sit for a day--it was wonderfully moist the day I made it, but by the next day it had dried out and was much less appealing. It looks very dark and rich---decadent.

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Laurel

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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2002

Would not add any frosting. This cake is perfect the way it is. I love it because it is dense and moist inside and it is not too sweet.

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