WALNUT GLORY CAKE

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I've served this sponge cake at church dinners, reunions and other occasions for 40 years. It's always on the table when any of our four children, three granddaughters and great-granddaughter visit our log home in the Georgia mountains.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

9 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to batter and beat until smooth., In another bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add the remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Fold a fourth of the egg whites into batter; fold in remaining egg whites. Fold in walnuts., Spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan (pan will be full). Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. , Immediately invert pan; cool completely. Run a knife around side of cake and remove from pan. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and enough milk to achieve drizzling consistency; drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 160mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

anglo massoud
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This cake is delicious! I made it for my family, and they all loved it. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion.


Vanessa Kotlarz
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This cake is a winner! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of walnuts and spices. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Nahedul hasan Santo
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake turned out perfectly, and it was so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Brayden Blair
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice touch of crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gilbert Duodu
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I'm always looking for new cake recipes to try, and this Walnut Glory Cake definitely didn't disappoint! It's so easy to make, and it turned out perfectly. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making thi


Maribel Malagon Garcia
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This cake is a must-try! It's so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice touch of crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rateytv
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I'm not a baker, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cake turned out perfectly, and it was so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fethi A
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This cake is so good! I made it for my friends, and they all loved it. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Beatsyo Regan
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I was looking for a new cake recipe to try, and I came across this Walnut Glory Cake. I'm so glad I did! It's so easy to make, and it turned out perfectly. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making thi


Umar Awan
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This cake is amazing! I made it for my family's Christmas dinner, and they all loved it. It's so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice touch of crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Niitoki
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I've never been a big fan of carrot cake, but this Walnut Glory Cake is a game-changer! It's so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


KAYLA LAYA
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This is my new favorite cake! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the walnuts add a little bit of crunch.


Tavuya Tavuya
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of walnuts and spices. It's the perfect cake for a fall day.


Charnel Hines
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I decided to give this cake a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The walnuts add a nice crunch and flavor to the cake. It's not too sweet, and it's perfect with a cup of coffee.


Hasan Molla
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This cake is absolutely delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lebogang Phillip
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of walnuts and spices. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Shanuka Pathum
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This Walnut Glory Cake is a winner! The texture is moist and fluffy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I added a bit of extra cinnamon and nutmeg, and it turned out wonderfully. My family loved it!