Hazelnut Meringue Cake with Nutella

Ingredients:

For the Meringue Layers:

4 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup finely ground hazelnuts
For the Chocolate Cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
For the Nutella Filling:

1 cup Nutella
1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Chocolate Ganache:

1 cup heavy cream
8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For Garnish:

1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
Fresh berries (optional)
Directions:

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