WALNUT AND ALMOND CAKE WITH ORANGE SYRUP

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Categories     Cake     Citrus     Dessert     Bake     Almond     Walnut     Winter     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 2/3 cups sugar
1 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange peel
3 cups walnuts (about 12 ounces)
3 cups almonds (about 12 ounces)
16zwieback rusks, broken coarsely, or 1 cup ground graham crackers
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 large eggs, separated
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Bring 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water and 1/2 tablespoon orange peel to boil in heavy small saucepan, stirring often; boil 2 minutes. Refrigerate syrup uncovered.
  • Finely grind all nuts, zwieback, cinnamon, and 1/3 cup sugar in processor. Using electric mixer, beat egg yolks, vanilla, 1/3 cup sugar, and remaining 1 tablespoon orange peel in large bowl until very thick, about 4 minutes. Using clean beaters, beat whites and salt in another large bowl to soft peaks. Gradually add 1 cup sugar; beat until stiff but not dry. Fold whites into yolk mixture, then fold in nut mixture. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Spoon cold syrup over hot cake. Cool completely. Cover; let stand up to 1 day. Cut into squares or diamonds.

kobemaba Williams
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This cake is a must-try for any lover of walnuts, almonds, or orange syrup.


Njabulo Kea
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This cake is also a great gift. It's easy to transport and it always makes a great impression.


Valentina Canales
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This cake is a great make-ahead dessert. You can make the cake and syrup a day or two in advance, then just assemble and serve when you're ready.


Kabir Muhd
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I made this cake for a special occasion and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange syrup was the perfect finishing touch.


Kbc Ranapartabsingh
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover walnuts and almonds. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


Jahovah Rocky
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I've never made a cake with nuts before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out perfectly and was so delicious. The orange syrup is the perfect finishing touch.


Siyanda Njabulo
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This cake is delicious! The walnuts and almonds give it a nice crunch, and the orange syrup is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Emmy Persaud
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I'm not a big fan of nuts in cakes, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The walnuts and almonds add a lovely texture and flavor to the cake. The orange syrup is also a nice touch. I will definitely be making this cake a


Explodea Todoroki
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This cake is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange syrup is divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Numan Qadar
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This cake is easy to make and absolutely delicious. I love the combination of walnuts and almonds, and the orange syrup is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


JOMBWE MOSES
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the orange syrup gave it a delicious citrusy flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Makay Owens
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This cake is absolutely divine! The combination of walnuts, almonds, and orange syrup is simply heavenly. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the syrup was the perfect finishing touch. I wi


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