Coffee Walnut Cake

A rich and flavorful cake with the perfect blend of coffee and crunchy walnuts, making it a perfect treat for coffee lovers. This cake is moist, aromatic, and filled with nutty goodness!

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 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
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee or espresso powder
• 1/4 cup hot water
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

For the Frosting (Optional):

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons brewed coffee (cooled)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, dissolve the instant coffee or espresso powder in 1/4 cup hot water. Set aside.
4. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the coffee mixture and milk.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
7. Gently fold in chopped walnuts.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.

For the Frosting (Optional):

1. Beat the butter with powdered sugar until smooth.
2. Add brewed coffee and vanilla extract, then beat until creamy and spreadable.
3. Frost the cooled cake and top with additional chopped walnuts if desired.

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Nutritional Values (Per Serving):

• Calories: ~320
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fat: 16g
• Sugar: 22g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 150mg

This coffee walnut cake is a flavorful indulgence, perfect for afternoon tea or as a dessert after dinner.