Black Walnut Cake
Black Walnut Cake is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1/2 c. shortening, 1/2 c. butter, softened, 2 c. sugar, 5 eggs, separated and 1 c. buttermilk, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Great for entertaining guests or a cozy night in.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
In large mixing bowl, cream butter and shortening; gradually add sugar, beating until sugar dissolves and mixture is light and fluffy.
Add egg yolks, beating well.
In a small bowl, combine buttermilk and soda; stir until soda dissolves.
Add flour alternately with buttermilk to butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour.
Stir in vanilla.
Add coconut and 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, blending well.
In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
Fold egg whites into batter.
Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round pans.
Bake at 350Β° for 30 minutes or until layers test done.
Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove to wire rack to cool completely.
Frost between layers and on top and sides with cream cheese frosting.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped walnuts on top.
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