Best 6 Classic Hickory Nut Cake Recipes

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In the realm of Southern baking, the Classic Hickory Nut Cake stands as a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage. This delectable dessert boasts a moist, tender crumb infused with the unique flavor of hickory nuts, complemented by a sweet and creamy frosting. As you embark on this culinary journey, you will discover not only the recipe for this timeless cake but also variations that elevate it to new heights. Indulge in the Classic Hickory Nut Cake with its traditional charm, venture into the realm of Chocolate Hickory Nut Cake for a decadent twist, or embrace the simplicity of Sour Cream Hickory Nut Cake for a delightful everyday treat. Whichever path you choose, you are sure to be captivated by the irresistible allure of this Southern classic.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC HICKORY NUT CAKE



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As a girl, I'd help my dad and grandpa gather hickory nuts for Grandma's classic cake. We could hardly wait for dinner to be over so we could indulge in a generous slice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk
1 cup finely chopped hickory nuts or walnuts, toasted
4 large egg whites
BUTTER FROSTING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
5 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 to 5 tablespoons half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in nuts. In a small bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter and sugar on low speed for 1 minute. Beat in the vanilla, salt and enough cream until a fluffy consistency is achieved. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MRS. EDISON'S OLD FASHIONED RECIPE FOR HICKORY NUT CAKE



Mrs. Edison's Old Fashioned Recipe for Hickory Nut Cake image

The Edisons' recipes were written during their lifetime, therefore the directions, measurements and styles of the recipes reflect the period in which they lived and their personal tastes. Because the recipes are original for the times, you will want to read them carefully and experiment liberally. We know you will enjoy a look at heir lives as well as their scrumptious recipes.

Provided by EdisonFordWinterEst

Categories     Breads

Time 2m

Yield 1 loaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup butter (scant)
1 cup milk
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
8 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pint nuts, chopped
1 1/2 cups sugar, pulverized

Steps:

  • Cake: Mix sugar and butter scaint until a cream. Combine with milk, flour, baking powder, 6 egg whites beaten very stiff and vanilla. Ad the nuts, mix all together and bake in a moderate oven.
  • Frosting: Let 1 ½ cups pulverized sugar boil until when put in cold water it becomes brittle. Beat the 2 egg whites until very stiff and add the sugar and beat until it gets cold. Flavor to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1473, Fat 79.2, SaturatedFat 26.7, Cholesterol 87, Sodium 1089.6, Carbohydrate 173.2, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 104.6, Protein 28.5

GRANDMA'S HICKORY NUT CAKE



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This isn't a low-fat dessert, but it sure is yummy! Great for birthdays or holidays, potlucks, or just because you want some!

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 frosted cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sugar
2/3 cup butter
3 eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hickory nuts, chopped (reserve a few halves for garnish)
1/2 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup cream
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the Cake: Cream together sugar and butter. Add eggs; beat on medium speed of mixer for 2 minutes. Mix dry ingredients together lightly with a fork. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Mix well. Stir in vanilla and nuts. Pour into a greased and floured 13x9-inch pan (or 2 8-inch round cake pans). Bake at 325 F for 45--50 minutes. Cool.
  • For the Frosting: Make frosting by melting butter in a medium saucepan. Add brown sugar; boil 2 minutes. Add milk; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm. Beat in sugar and vanilla. (You may add 1/2 cup chopped hickory nuts if desired.) Frost the cake and decorate with reserved hickory nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.8, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 77.9, Sodium 187.4, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 53.1, Protein 4.9

HICKORY NUT CAKE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     weekday, dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
1 cup unsalted butter
3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
4 cups chopped hickory nuts
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Cream sugar and butter. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into mixing bowl. Add to butter-sugar mixture with milk. Stir in hickory nuts. Fold in egg whites.
  • Bake for 1 hour in deep 9-inch baking pan. Be careful not to overbake; cake should not be allowed to dry out.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 344, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 95 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FESTIVE NUT CAKE



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With almonds, cashews, pecans and walnuts, this spiced cake is loaded with crunchy nuts. It's the perfect ending to a Christmastime feast. -Jeanne Kemper, Bagdad, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large eggs, separated
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup each chopped cashews, pecans and walnuts
TOPPING:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
3 to 4 teaspoons 2% milk
Additional slivered almonds, salted cashews and pecan and walnut halves, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. tube pan., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Add cream of tartar to egg whites; with clean beaters, beat on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter with almonds, cashews, pecans and walnuts., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 60-65 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., For glaze, in a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Drizzle over cake and, if desired, sprinkle with additional nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 30g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

HICKORY NUT CAKE



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Delicacy, rich cake. Great for fundraisers.

Provided by Krista Hiner

Categories     Cakes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c shortening
1 c milk
2 c flour, sifted
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 c nuts, finely chopped
3 egg whites
FILLING & FROSTING:
2 1/2 Tbsp flour
1/2 c milk
1/2 c butter
1/2 c sugar
pinch of salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c nuts, finely chopped
1 c powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare cake ingredients: Mix sugar, shortening and milk. Add sifted flour and other ingredients (alternating dry ingredients with milk ingredients). Add nuts. Fold in beaten egg whites. Bake at 350 in two layer cake pans for approximately 25 minutes.
  • 2. Prepare filling and frosting: Blend flour and milk. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes to reach a thick paste. Cool to lukewarm.
  • 3. Meanwhile, cream butter, sugar and pinch of salt. Beat with egg beater until fluffy. Fold in vanilla and nuts. Use about 1/2 of mixture for the filling between layers. The remainder mixture, add powdered sugar small amounts at a time. Spread the remaining mixture on top and sides of cake.

Tips:

  • Use the right hickory nuts. Use fresh, ripe hickory nuts for the best flavor. Hickory nuts that are too old or have been stored improperly may have a bitter taste.
  • Toast the hickory nuts. Toasting the hickory nuts intensifies their flavor and makes them more fragrant.
  • Grind the hickory nuts finely. Finely ground hickory nuts will blend more evenly into the cake batter.
  • Use a bundt pan. A bundt pan is the best type of pan to use for this cake because it creates a beautiful, fluted design.
  • Let the cake cool completely before glazing. If you glaze the cake while it is still warm, the glaze will not set properly.

Conclusion:

Hickory nut cake is a classic Southern dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With its moist, tender crumb and rich, nutty flavor, this cake is sure to be a favorite of everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to serve at your next gathering, give hickory nut cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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