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Walnut Cake

A robust and aromatic cake made with a base of crushed pecans, topped with a dense layer of cream and garnished with walnut chunks.

75 min Medium Repostería Clásica 8 servings
Walnut Cake

The story behind

This cake is characterized by its rustic yet elegant profile. The slice reveals a compact crumb rich in walnut pieces, complemented by a silky white frosting. The plating is enhanced by a circular caramel drizzle and a subtle touch of cinnamon that highlights the warm tones of the sponge.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Process the walnuts into a coarse meal and fold them into the butter and sugar mixture to provide cake structure.
  2. 2
    Bake at 180°C until the center is set and firm.
  3. 3
    After cooling, apply a generous layer of cream cheese frosting to the top and scatter pecan pieces.
  4. 4
    Decorate the serving plate by drizzling a caramel spiral and lightly sifting cinnamon around it.
  5. 5
    Place the cake slice on top of the decorated plate and serve.

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