Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients

Dessert
Very Easy
40 min
368 Kcal

After the almond cake... after the hazelnut cake... now it's time for walnut cake! An even more rustic version, ultra-moist and above all so easy that there's no excuse not to make it. With just 4 ingredients (5 if you add vanilla!), this cake ticks all the boxes: simple, quick, comforting and delicious. The walnuts add a slightly crunchy texture and a pronounced flavor. It's perfect as an afternoon snack, enjoyed with coffee or tea ;)

Ingredients

6

Decoration (optional):

Materials

  • 7-inch springform pan
  • parchment paper
  • food processor

Preparation

Preparation10 min
Cook time30 min
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 1Beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture turns pale.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 2Blend the nuts to a powder.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 3Add walnut powder and vanilla extract and mix.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 4Finally, add the melted butter and mix again.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 5Pour the batter into a greased baking tin. Add walnut halves for decoration.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 6Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F/180°C for 30 minutes.
  • Super-easy walnut cake with just 4 ingredients - Preparation step 7When the cake has cooled, unmould and place on a serving dish. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, cut into wedges and serve.

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FAQ ❓

What are the benefits of using walnuts in a cake?

Not only do walnuts provide a crunchy texture, they're also rich in nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, making them a healthy choice for your desserts.
Yes, you can replace walnuts with almonds or hazelnuts, depending on your preferences. We have specific recipes for these nuts on the site, so you can get the ingredient quantities right:
-Almond cake.
-Hazelnut cake.
It's best to keep the cake in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve its softness, or in the fridge if you want to keep it longer.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free as it contains no flour, making it ideal for people with gluten intolerance.
This cake goes perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee, and you can decorate it with powdered sugar and walnut halves for an elegant presentation.
Yes, you can use margarine instead of butter in this recipe.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 368Kcal
  • Carbo: 21.7g
  • Total fat: 27.2g
  • Saturated fat: 6.1g
  • Proteins: 7.5g
  • Fibers: 1.7g
  • Sugar: 19.3g
  • ProPoints: 10
  • SmartPoints: 14
Nutritional information for 1 serving (80g)

Cookware

oven
blender

Attributes

Suitable for freezing
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