Mary Berry Coffee and Walnut Cake Recipe
This scrumptious dessert has garnered attention and praise for its moist and fluffy sponge, while the walnut pieces add a satisfying crunch to every bite.As you follow the simple recipe, you will create a rich, decadent cake that has silky coffee icing, making it ideal for gatherings or just a casual dessert at home.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 electric hand whisk
- 2 20cm (8in) diameter sandwich tins
Ingredients
To make Mary Berry's Coffee and Walnut Cake, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 200 g baking spread or unsalted butter softened
- 200 g caster sugar
- 4 free-range eggs
- 200 g self-raising flour
- 2 level teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tbsp coffee granules dissolved in 1 tbsp boiling water
- 100 g walnut pieces roughly chopped
For the icing:
- 75 g unsalted butter softened
- 225 g icing sugar
- 2 tbsp coffee granules dissolved in 1 tbsp boiling water
- Walnuts for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C/Fan 160°C/Gas 4.Grease two 20cm (8in) diameter sandwich tins with baking spread or unsalted butter, and line the base of the tins with baking parchment.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking spread or softened unsalted butter, caster sugar, eggs, self-raising flour, baking powder, and dissolved coffee granules.Use an electric hand whisk or stand mixer to mix until the ingredients are well blended, and the mixture is smooth.Gently fold the chopped walnut pieces into the cake batter.Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared sandwich tins and spread it out using a spatula, leveling the surface.
- Place the tins in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cakes are golden brown, spring back when pressed lightly, and a sharp knife inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.Once the cakes are done, let them cool in the tins for a few minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack.Remove the baking parchment and let the cakes cool completely.While the cakes are cooling, prepare the icing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, icing sugar, and dissolved coffee granules.Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread half of the icing on top of one cake layer and place the second cake layer on top.Spread the remaining icing on top of the second layer, and decorate with whole or chopped walnuts as desired.Enjoy your Mary Berry Coffee and Walnut Cake with a cup of coffee or tea, and share it with friends and family for a delightful treat!
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