Description
Enjoy a slice of authentic Italian Walnut Cake, also known as Torta di Noci. This simple, gluten-free dessert uses just three ingredients for a rich, nutty flavor and moist texture. Perfect with coffee or tea, it brings a taste of Italy to your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups walnuts
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grind the walnuts into a fine meal using a food processor or blender.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold the ground walnuts into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 8-inch round cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the Italian walnut cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure your walnuts are finely ground for a smoother cake texture.
- This Italian walnut cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving your Italian walnut cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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