Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Black Walnut Pound Cake, a culinary masterpiece that elevates the classic pound cake to new heights. This moist and dense cake boasts a rich, nutty flavor from an abundance of black walnuts, perfectly complemented by a luscious caramel-nut glaze. Each bite is a delightful journey, tantalizing your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweetness, nuttiness, and caramel decadence. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate this bakery-worthy treat in the comfort of your own kitchen.
The recipe section of this article unveils a treasure trove of culinary delights, offering variations on this classic cake that will cater to every palate. Discover the elegance of our Black Walnut Pound Cake with Sour Cream, where the addition of sour cream lends a velvety texture and subtle tanginess that beautifully balances the sweetness of the cake. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, our Gluten-Free Black Walnut Pound Cake provides an equally delectable experience, ensuring that everyone can savor the joys of this exceptional dessert.
BLACK WALNUT POUND CAKE
I still remember my grandmother making this cake when I was a child...oh, how good it smelled and tasted!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h40m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift together flour and baking powder; add alternately to creamed mixture with milk and extracts, beating on low speed just until combined. Fold in nuts. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. Bake at 325° for about 1 hour 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes before removing from pan to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients; spread over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Fat 32g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 86g carbohydrate (67g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
BLACK WALNUT CAKE
I got this recipe from an old Army mess hall sergeant who later became a chef down in Savannah, GA. This is a wonderful, different nut cake. It is equally good served warm or cold. This cake can be wrapped and frozen 3 to 5 months. Thaw, and if desired, reheat to serve.
Provided by Patricia Canerdy
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Walnut Dessert Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until the yellow disappears. Combine the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Stir in the vanilla and walnuts, and pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a knife or toothpick inserted into the crown comes out clean. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before turning out of the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6 calories, Carbohydrate 75.7 g, Cholesterol 119.8 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 162.2 mg, Sugar 51.2 g
CARAMEL-GLAZED WALNUT CAKE
Categories Cake Coffee Food Processor Mixer Egg Dessert Bake Walnut Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 9-inch-diameter springform pan. Line bottom with parchment paper. Butter parchment. Dust pan with flour. Finely grind bread in processor. Spread on baking sheet. Bake until golden, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Finely grind breadcrumbs in processor. Measure 3/4 cup crumbs (reserve remainder for another use). Finely grind nuts in processor.
- Using electric mixer, beat 3/4 cup sugar and yolks in large bowl until thick, about 3 minutes. Beat in rum, coffee powder mixture and peel. Mix in 3/4 cup crumbs and ground nuts. Beat whites and salt in another large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff. Fold 1/3 of whites into batter. Fold in remaining whites in 2 additions.
- Spoon batter into pan. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 10 minutes. Turn out cake. Peel off parchment. Turn cake over; cool on rack 15 minutes.
- Line baking sheet with foil. Lightly oil foil. Place cake on prepared sheet.
- For caramel:
- Combine sugar and water in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to medium-high and boil without stirring until mixture turns amber, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling pan occasionally, about 6 minutes.
- Pour caramel over top of cake. Oil tip of knife. Immediately cut through caramel layer only, marking 8 serving pieces.Garnish with walnut halves. Cool completely.
BLACK WALNUT POUND CAKE WITH FROSTING
This is a special cake because it is made with black walnuts. I've included a black walnut frosting to be used or not.
Provided by Nana Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Oven at 325º F.
- Cake:.
- Cream butter and shortening.
- Add sugar and cream together.
- Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each.
- Add sour cream and mix together.
- Add baking powder to flour.
- Add to creamed mixture, alternating flour mixture and milk.
- Add flavorings and mix well.
- Mix in chopped black walnuts by hand.
- Pour into a greased and floured 10 inch tube pan.
- Bake for 1 hour, turn down oven to 300ºF for 30 minutes more.
- Remove and cool.
- Frosting:.
- Cream butter and cream cheese.
- Add flavoring and powdered sugar.
- Mix nuts in by hand. Mix well.
- Put on cooled cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 919.8, Fat 47, SaturatedFat 20.3, Cholesterol 159.2, Sodium 225, Carbohydrate 117.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 87.5, Protein 11
BLACK WALNUT POUND CAKE
This is a recipe from my mom's recipe file. If you ever have black walnuts on hand, this cake is a must try!
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Dessert
Time 1h50m
Yield 1 bundt cake, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Butter and flour a 10" tube pan.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup black walnuts in tube pan and set aside.
- Cream butter and cream cheese, then add sugar beating until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add flour and salt, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in vanilla and remaining black walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared tube pan.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes.
- Remove from pan and cool completely on rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.7, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 139.8, Carbohydrate 38.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 25.3, Protein 5.9
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cake.
- Measure your ingredients accurately. This is important for ensuring that your cake turns out properly.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making your cake light and airy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
- Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Overmixing can make your cake tough.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that it bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before glazing. This will help the glaze to set properly.
- Serve the cake at room temperature. This will allow the flavors to meld and the cake to be at its best.
Conclusion:
Black walnut pound cake with caramel nut glaze is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, flavorful crumb and rich, nutty glaze, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try!
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