Grandma's traditional chocolate-walnut cake – a delicious dessert for any occasion

Name: Grandma's traditional chocolate-walnut cake – a delicious dessert for any occasion
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 160 g butter; 160 g granulated sugar; 4 egg yolks; 100 g ground walnuts; 5 egg whites; 1 tablespoon semi-coarse flour; 1 packet vanilla sugar; 100 g grated dark chocolate; 150 g dark chocolate; 100 g butter; 1 tablespoon warm water; 3 tablespoons powdered sugar; 80 g butter; 1 egg yolk; Whole nuts for decoration

i-Recipe.comRecipesGrandma’s traditional chocolate-walnut cake – a delicious dessert for any occasion

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Easy to prepare
12 portions
20 minutes

Jan, 22. 12. 2025

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This traditional chocolate-walnut cake is a tried-and-true recipe passed down from generation to generation. With a delicate batter texture, the flavor of walnuts and a delicious chocolate glaze, it is a splendid dessert that will please everyone. Make this cake according to grandma’s recipe and enjoy the comforts of home.

For 12 portions

Ingredients

For the batter:

160 g butter
160 g granulated sugar
4 egg yolks
100 g ground walnuts
5 egg whites
1 tablespoon semi-coarse flour
1 packet vanilla sugar
100 g grated dark chocolate

For the glaze:

150 g dark chocolate
100 g butter
1 tablespoon warm water
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
80 g butter
1 egg yolk
Whole nuts for decoration

Preparation procedure

Preparing the baking sheet: Prepare a baking sheet measuring 32 x 20 cm. Grease the bottom with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Preheat the oven to 170 °C.
Preparing the batter: In a bowl, beat the sugar with the butter and egg yolks until frothy. Add the ground walnuts, grated chocolate, vanilla sugar and flour. Finally, gently fold in the beaten egg whites.
Baking: Spread the batter evenly on the prepared pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cake is cooked through and golden.
Preparing the glaze: Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler, add 100 g of butter, the warm water and powdered sugar. Once the chocolate has melted, add the egg yolk and 80 g of butter. Whisk over steam until you obtain a smooth mixture.
Finishing: Pour the glaze over the slightly cooled cake and decorate with whole nuts to taste. Let the cake rest for at least 2 hours so the glaze can set and the cake can be cut well.

Total preparation time:

Preparing the batter: 20 minutes
Baking: 30 minutes
Cooling: 2 hours

Number of servings:

This cake yields 12 servings.

Grandma’s traditional chocolate-walnut cake is a great choice for any occasion – whether for a family celebration or for afternoon coffee. Its rich flavor and delicate texture will surely win you over. Enjoy your meal!