Black Walnut Spice Cake Recipe

Name: Black Walnut Spice Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped black walnuts; 1/2 cup shortening; 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar; 3 eggs, separated; 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 3/4 cup milk; Chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped black walnuts
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
3 eggs, separated
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup milk
Chopped walnuts

1
Place 1 cup chopped walnuts in boiling water 3 to 5 minutes; drain well, and set aside.
2
Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add egg yolks; beat well.
3
Combine 2 3/4 cups flour, baking powder, salt, and spices; mix well. Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix well after each addition. Dredge black walnuts in remaining 1/2 cup flour; fold into batter. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until stiff peaks form; fold into batter.
4
Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 8 - inch square cake pans. Bake at 350u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove layers from pans, and let cool completely. Spread Buttery Cinnamon Frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Garnish with additional chopped walnuts.

1077

kcal

Calories

Fat

186

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped black walnuts, 1/2 cup shortening, 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar, 3 eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Black Walnut Spice Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Black Walnut Spice Cake

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions