How to Make Chocolate Walnut Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things in life more satisfying than a rich, moist chocolate cake. Add in some crunchy walnuts, and you have a show-stopping dessert that is sure to be a hit at any gathering. This Chocolate Walnut Cake is the perfect blend of decadent chocolate flavor and nutty crunch, making it the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover.

The key to making a perfect Chocolate Walnut Cake is using high-quality ingredients. From the cocoa powder to the walnuts, each component plays a ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ cup shortening
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 - 9x13 inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and allspice. Set aside.
  • In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Stir in walnuts.
  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold 1/3 of the whites into the batter, then quickly fold in remaining whites until no streaks remain. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • Nutrition

    341 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 98mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 87mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 179mg