COFFEE WALNUT CAKE

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I love to enter my recipes at potato contests in our area. This moist, coffee-flavored cake calls for only one potato, but it still won first place! -Carolyn Kelley, Caribou, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving 2/3 cup cooking water. Mash potato and set aside. Dissolve coffee granules in reserved cooking water; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, vanilla and mashed potato. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture with 1/2 cup reserved coffee. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, cocoa, vanilla and remaining coffee. Frost cake. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Fahad Shaikh
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This cake is the perfect way to start my day. It's rich, flavorful, and gives me a much-needed caffeine boost.


Tefo Mosojane
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


is is
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This cake is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious!


Mofajjel hossen
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


MUYIMBWA ONE INVESTIMETS LTD MUYIMBWA ONE
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious.


Mikisha Jones
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I love the combination of coffee and walnuts in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Mariam Issa
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've already made it twice and I'll definitely be making it again.


Jonathan Haynes
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I'm not a big fan of coffee, but I really enjoyed this cake. The walnut flavor really shines through.


Muhammad Rehman
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This cake is delicious! It's the perfect balance of coffee and walnut flavors. I highly recommend it.


Thuba Nyoni
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The cake was very dry. I think I overbaked it. I'll try again and bake it for less time.


Khizar Khizar
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Babybee's Slots
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for any occasion.


Johnny Elmore
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This is my new favorite coffee cake recipe. It's so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a delicious crunch.


Bhatti Azeem
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The cake is so easy to make and it turned out perfectly.


Arvienash Arjoon
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This coffee walnut cake is the perfect combination of sweet and nutty. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!