This Coffee and Walnut Cake blends the rich, deep flavors of coffee with the crunchy texture of walnuts, topped with a divine salted caramel sauce that brings a perfect balance of sweet and salty. This cake is moist and flavorful, with each component enhancing the other to create a sophisticated and indulgent dessert.
Why You’ll Love This: Coffee enthusiasts and sweet-toothed gourmets alike will revel in this cake’s complex flavors. The salted caramel sauce not only adds a luxurious finish but also complements the coffee’s bitterness and the nutty crunch of walnuts, making each bite satisfyingly rich.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is perfect for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or as a show-stopping dessert at dinner parties. It’s also great for a high tea or as a weekend treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee.
Decoration Tips: Drizzle the salted caramel sauce generously over the top of the cake, allowing some to cascade down the sides for a tempting presentation. Serve each slice with a dollop of lightly whipped cream. For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a few extra chopped walnuts or even some coffee beans on top.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 2.5 dl all-purpose flour
- 1 dl brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda (bicarbonate)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
- Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 245 ml heavy cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 220 g sugar
- 120 ml water
- A pinch of flaky salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a cake tin.
- Make the Cake:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg until fluffy.
- Add the olive oil and mix well.
- Incorporate the Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and then fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, letting it bubble until it turns an amber color.
- Remove from heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. If lumps form, return to heat, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in a pinch of flaky salt. Pour into a bowl and refrigerate to cool.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Once the cake is cool, drizzle with the salted caramel sauce.
- Serve each slice with a dollop of lightly whipped cream.
Enjoy this elegant Coffee and Walnut Cake with Salted Caramel Sauce, a delightful treat that’s sure to impress and satisfy with its delightful flavors and textures!
