Walnut Cake

This Walnut Cake is a delightful high-protein Chinese dessert that combines the rich flavor of walnuts with a moist, tender crumb. It's a nutty treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while providing a healthy boost of protein.

Ingredients

• Walnuts - 100 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Honey - 30 grams
• Coconut flour - 30 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Milk - 50 ml
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a food processor, blend the walnuts until finely ground but not pasty.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the ground walnuts, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt to the egg mixture, and stir until just combined.
5. Gradually add the milk, mixing until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from walnuts, which support heart health.
• High protein content helps in muscle repair and growth.

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