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Walnut Coffee Delight

Walnut Coffee Delight: The Ultimate Savory Treat

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Walnut Coffee Delight. Perfectly balanced with coffee and walnuts, it's a dessert that's easy to make and unforgettable to taste.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 322kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Two 20cm round cake pans
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula for spreading frosting
  • Wire rack for cooling

Ingredients

  • 50 g walnut pieces
  • 225 g caster sugar
  • 225 g unsalted butter, softened plus extra for greasing
  • 200 g plain flour
  • 4 teaspoons instant espresso powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency
  • 350 g icing sugar
  • 175 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
  • about 10 halves walnut halves for decoration

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/Gas Mark 4 or 350°F and grease two 20cm round cake pans.
  • In a food processor, grind the walnuts and caster sugar until fine, then add softened butter, flour, espresso powder, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, eggs, and milk. Blend until smooth and pourable.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes, until the tops spring back lightly when touched. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Sift icing sugar, then beat softened butter until creamy. Add dissolved espresso mixture and beat until fluffy.
  • Place one cake upside down on a serving plate, spread half the frosting over it, top with the second cake right-side up, and cover with the remaining frosting. Decorate with walnut halves.

Notes

Enjoy this cake with a cup of hot coffee or tea for the perfect treat. For a gluten-free option, substitute plain flour with almond flour. Don’t rush the cooling process, as it ensures the cake holds its structure and moisture. Leftover frosting can be stored in the fridge and re-whipped before use. Consider drizzling melted dark chocolate over the top for added elegance!

Nutrition

Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 337IU | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg
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