Honey-Walnut Cake
Honey cakes have long been popular in Hungarian and international cuisine alike. The natural sweetness of honey and the nutty, characteristic flavor of walnuts create a perfect combination. This cake is a traditional dessert with a modern twist: the rich chocolate coating makes it truly special. Perfect for the holiday season or special occasions, it is not only a delicious but also a visually stunning cake. If you like classic, homemade cakes, you should definitely try this cake!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (22 cm) cake pan.
2
Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
3
In a separate bowl, cream together the egg yolks, sugar, honey, and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy. Add the melted butter and milk, and mix well.
4
In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ground walnuts.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture, then gently fold in the beaten egg whites until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
8
Prepare the chocolate glaze: heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over the finely chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth and glossy.
9
Pour the chocolate glaze over the top and sides of the cake, then decorate with whole walnuts.
10
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the chocolate to set before slicing and serving.
