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Romanian Walnut Buttercream Cake

A moist, walnut-studded sponge cake topped with silky, nut-tinged buttercream, perfect for a delicate afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: Romanian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup walnuts, finely ground Toast briefly for deeper flavor.
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Measured by spooning into the cup and leveling.
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Keep at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk Room temperature.
For the Buttercream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Keep at room temperature.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sifted for best results.
  • 2 tbsp milk Room temperature.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ground walnuts, flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Buttercream Preparation
  1. For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
Frosting
  1. Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the walnut buttercream evenly over the top.
  2. For an extra touch, sprinkle a few more chopped walnuts over the top of the frosting.

Notes

Slice with a serrated knife and serve at room temperature. Pair with a small cup of strong coffee or herbal tea. Store wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container.