Walnut Torte Recipe

Name: Walnut Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 large eggs, separated; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 cups finely ground walnuts; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 3 tablespoons whole milk; Additional walnuts, chopped and toasted

Servings: persons

9 large eggs, separated
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups finely ground walnuts
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons whole milk
Additional walnuts, chopped and toasted

1
Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line three greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside.
2
In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add sugar, beating until thick and pale yellow. Beat in the water, zests and vanilla. Combine the walnuts, bread crumbs, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves and salt; add to batter. Beat until smooth.
3
In another bowl and with clean beaters, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Fold a fourth of egg whites into the batter, then fold in remaining whites.
4
Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Carefully peel off waxed paper.
5
For frosting, in a large bowl, cream shortening and butter. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in sugar. Add milk; beat until light and fluffy. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Garnish with toasted walnuts.

2090

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

269

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 large eggs, separated, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, and more.

Yes, Walnut Torte 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.

Walnut Torte

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