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Soft Italian Walnut Cake
Italian walnut cake is a simple yet incredibly delicious dessert that will win you over with its rich, nutty flavor and soft, moist texture.This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you want a cozy breakfast treat, a delightful afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert to share with family and friends.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 447 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Cake
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar - 1 cup
- 100 g butter - 7 tablespoons
- 40 ml coffee - 2 ½ tablespoons, espresso
- 100 ml milk - ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon
- 150 g walnuts - ~5 oz, chopped + extra for garnish
- 250 g flour - 1 ⅔ cups
- 16 g baking powder - 4 teaspoons
- powdered sugar - for decoration
Instructions
- In two separate bowls, separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.
- Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Set them aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the egg yolks and sugar, then beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the softened butter, milk, and coffee while continuing to mix.
- Slowly incorporate the flour, a little at a time, until fully combined. Once the batter is smooth, add the baking powder and mix for a few more seconds.
- Put the shelled walnuts in a plastic food bag and chop them into small pieces with a meat pounder. You can also use a chopper if you like. I preferred to crush them by hand to get bigger pieces in the cake.
- Now, add the chopped walnuts and gently fold them into the batter using a spatula or wooden spoon, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, adding them in small amounts at a time. Use a gentle folding motion from the bottom to the top to maintain the airy texture of the mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) for a conventional oven or 340°F (170°C) for a fan-assisted oven.
- Line the bottom of a 22 cm (9 inch) springform pan with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before removing it from the pan.
- Once the cake has cooled, transfer it to a serving plate and generously dust the surface with powdered sugar.
- Decorate with walnut halves or pieces for a beautiful finishing touch. Your Soft Walnut Cake is now ready! Moist, fluffy, and full of nutty flavor—perfect for any occasion! Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
100g
Calories
447kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
53g
(18%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
69mg
(23%)
Sodium
314mg
(13%)
Potassium
157mg
(4%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
26g
(52%)
Vitamin A
396IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
0.2mg
(0%)
Calcium
166mg
(17%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 447
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 100g | |
| Calories | 447kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 314mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 157mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 396IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 166mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.