Chocolate Walnut Cake With Cocoa Glaze Recipe

Name: Chocolate Walnut Cake With Cocoa Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter (1 stick); 1/2 cup water; 3 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 cup flour; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1/3 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; decorating icing, any color (optional); Cocoa Glaze; 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick); 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup cocoa powder; 3 cups powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
decorating icing, any color (optional)
Cocoa Glaze
1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla

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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.", "Line bottom of 13""x9""x2"" baking pan with wax paper.", "In a small saucepan, bring butter, water, and cocoa to a boil, stirring constantly, until mixture boils; then remove from heat.", "In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt; stir in cocoa mixture.", "Add egg and sour cream; beat on medium speed of mixer until well blended.", "Stir in nuts.", "Pour batter into baking pan.", "Bake until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean (20-22 minutes).", "Cool 10 minutes.", "Remove from pan to wire rack; carefully removing wax paper.", "Cool completely.", "Cut cake into small pieces (2""x1 3/4"" each) (cake will be easier to cut if frozen for several hours or up to several days before cutting).", "Place on cooling rack.", "In a small saucepan, bring butter, water, and cocoa for glaze to a boil, stirring constantly, until mixture boils; then remove from heat.", "Cool slightly.", "Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth; stir in vanilla.", "Spoon glaze over top of each piece of cake, allowing it to run down the sides.", "Let glaze to set; then decorate with icing, if desired.", "Place in foil cups, if desired."]

1183

kcal

Calories

Fat

180

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), 1/2 cup water, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Walnut Cake With Cocoa Glaze 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.

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Chocolate Walnut Cake With Cocoa Glaze

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