Name: Recipe for Grandma's Walnut Cake – traditional, moist and full of nuts
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 200 g plain flour; 150 g granulated sugar; 150 g walnuts (chopped or ground); 3 eggs; 100 g melted butter; 1 baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; a pinch of salt; powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Recipe for Grandma's Walnut Cake – traditional, moist and full of nuts

Recipe for Grandma's Walnut Cake – traditional, moist and full of nuts recept

Easy to prepare
10 portions
55 minutes

Jan, 19. 12. 2025

The walnut cake is one of those recipes most of us remember from childhood. A delicate batter filled with walnuts, a buttery aroma and simple homemade preparation make this cake a classic that is suitable not only for coffee but also for the festive table. Thanks to the easy method, even a beginner can prepare it.

For 10 portions

Ingredients

200 g plain flour
150 g granulated sugar
150 g walnuts (chopped or ground)
3 eggs
100 g melted butter
1 baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
a pinch of salt
powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Preparation procedure

Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Grease a cake tin with butter or line it with baking paper.
Blend or chop the nuts according to your preferred texture.
In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and nuts.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs, add the melted butter and vanilla extract.
Combine the dry and wet ingredients and mix well until a smooth batter forms.
Pour into the tin, smooth the surface and bake for approximately 35–40 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted comes out dry.
Let the cake cool and, if desired, dust with powdered sugar or decorate with frosting.

Servings: 10–12
Total preparation time: 55 minutes

Recipe conclusion:

This grandma’s walnut cake combines simplicity with excellent flavor. It is ideal for those who prefer honest homemade baking without unnecessary ingredients. Thanks to the nuts it is nutritious, holds its shape well, and is also suitable as a base for celebratory cakes. If you are looking for a traditional recipe that always succeeds, you have just found it.

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