A Walnut Cake with Honey Cream is a delightful combination of rich, nutty flavors with a sweet, creamy honey frosting. This cake is perfect for a special occasion or as a treat to enjoy with a cup of tea. Here’s a detailed recipe for making this delicious dessert:
Walnut Cake with Honey Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Walnut Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground walnuts (finely ground)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of lemon juice)
For the Honey Cream Frosting:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese)
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish (optional):
- Chopped walnuts
- Honey drizzle
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Walnut Cake
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground walnuts, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Add buttermilk: Mix in the buttermilk until well combined.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Honey Cream Frosting
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Whip the cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Mix mascarpone and honey: In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with honey, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine cream and mascarpone: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Cake
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Layer the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of honey cream frosting over the top.
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Add the second layer: Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting.
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Frost the cake: Cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining honey cream frosting. Smooth the frosting with a spatula.
Step 4: Garnish (Optional)
- Decorate: Garnish the cake with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of honey for a beautiful finish.
Refrigerate the cake for about 30 minutes before serving to let the frosting set. This Walnut Cake with Honey Cream combines the rich, nutty flavor of walnuts with the sweet, creamy touch of honey, making it a delicious and elegant dessert. Enjoy!
