Honey Soaked Walnut Cake
Indulge in the sweet, nutty decadence of Honey Soaked Walnut Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This luscious treat combines the richness of ground walnuts with the light, buttery texture of a perfectly baked cake, all infused with a luxurious honey-lemon syrup that soaks into every bite. Each slice is finished with a sprinkle of chopped walnuts, adding a delightful crunch to the tender crumb. With minimal prep time and a simple, step-by-step method, this crowd-pleasing cake is ideal for gatherings, teatime, or even as a holiday centerpiece. Its combination of earthy walnuts, golden honey, and citrus undertones ensures a harmonious flavor profile that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Ground walnuts
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 150 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 120 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 50 grams Chopped walnuts (for garnish)
- 150 grams Honey
- 60 milliliters Water
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake tin with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the ground walnuts and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cake in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake cools, prepare the honey syrup. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the honey completely. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Place the cooled cake onto a serving plate. Using a skewer, poke small holes all over the surface of the cake.
Slowly pour the warm honey syrup over the cake, allowing it to soak in completely.
Garnish the top of the cake with chopped walnuts.
Let the cake sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the syrup to soak through before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 270.5 g | 347% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.3 g | 481% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 900 mg | 300% | |
| Sodium | 2374 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 437.7 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.0 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
