Babicka’s Walnut Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11
Traditional Babicka's Walnut Cake for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 eggs
3/4 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons ground walnuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
Cream Filling :
1 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar , or to taste
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons cocoa powder , or more to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
434
Sugar
27g
Fat
35g
Babicka's Walnut Cake originates from Eastern Europe, where grandmothers (Babicka) used walnuts abundantly in their recipes. The cake is light, moist and chocolatey, which makes it very popular among cake lovers. The use of ground walnuts gives a nutty flavor and adds moisture to the cake. This traditional cake is enjoyed at different celebrations and gatherings by people of all ages. Let's indulge in this heavenly dessert that reminds us of our grandmothers.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
3.In a bowl, sift flour and baking powder together.
4.In a separate large bowl, beat eggs and 3/4 cup sugar with an electric mixer on high speed until light.
5.Add sifted flour mixture and mix until just combined.
6.Fold in ground walnuts and mix until well combined.
7.Pour cake mixture into prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
8.Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
9.To prepare the cream filling, beat butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
10.Beat in egg yolk until just combined.
11.Add cocoa powder to the mixture a little at a time until desired chocolate flavor is reached. Spread the cream filling between the cake layers and on top of the cake. Yum!

PROS

This cake is rich in walnuts which are high in antioxidants that help prevent cell damage.

Using less sugar than usual makes this cake a healthier dessert option.

It’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion like a birthday or get-together.

CONS

Due to the use of butter and sugar, it is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

It can be difficult to cut even layers without a cake cutter.

It may not be suitable for people who are allergic to walnuts or eggs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are known to improve brain health, heart health, and reduce inflammation.
This cake is made with less sugar than traditional cake recipes which can help to manage weight and reduce the risk of heart diseases. However, it still contains calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

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