But that’s not all, a decadent chocolate ganache sits on top of the entire creation, creating a luxurious finish that will leave you craving more. 

The cake is decorated with coffee-infused whipped cream, chocolate shards, and chopped walnuts, creating a visual masterpiece that mirrors the delightful medley of flavors within.

This Coffee Walnut Mousse Cake is simply irresistible, a perfect blend of coffee and walnut magic. 

How to prepare the coffee walnut mousse cake

The recipe for this mousse cake is not complicated at all, each step of the recipe is easy and quick to prepare. Start with the coffee walnut sponge cake, continue with the walnut caramel filling and the coffee mousse and in the end prepare the chocolate ganache.

How to prepare the coffee walnut sponge cake 

Start by preheating the oven to 320F (160C) and greasing an 8-inch (20cm) springform pan with parchment paper. In a big bowl, mix eggs, sugar, salt, instant coffee, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes thick, foamy, and light in color, usually for about 5 minutes. 

Gently fold in flour and ground toasted walnuts, then bake for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let it cool completely.

How to prepare the walnut caramel layer

For the walnut caramel layer, heat sugar and water in a saucepan until it becomes a light caramel color. Add cream (it might bubble a bit), butter, walnuts, and salt. Stir constantly for about 1 minute. Spread this walnut caramel filling over the walnut sponge cake, leaving a ½ inch (1cm) border, and refrigerate while you make the coffee mousse.

How to prepare the coffee cream cheese mousse

Start by dissolving gelatin in cold water and let it swell for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant coffee until smooth. Dissolve the swollen gelatin over low heat and pour it into the cream cheese mixture. Add chilled cream and whip until soft peaks form. Pour the coffee mousse over the cake, smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.

How to prepare the chocolate ganache topping

Make the chocolate ganache by melting chocolate and cream over low heat. Spread it evenly over the cake, then refrigerate for another 30 minutes. 

Decorate with coffee whipped cream, chocolate shards, chopped walnuts, and a dusting of instant coffee.

Hope you will give this amazing Coffee Walnut Mousse Cake a try and enjoy it as much as we did. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram.

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 This Opera Cake, an amazing French dessert features layers of almond sponge cake, coffee buttercream, and chocolate ganache, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

This Chocolate Mocha Fault Line Cake consists of three layers or moist chocolate cake with cream cheese mocha filling and a bit of crunch from the crushed coffee beans and chocolate, coated in a delicious sweetened condensed milk buttercream.

Our Flourless Chocolate Cake with Coffee Mousse is a heavenly dessert, with a rich, dense, fudgy flourless chocolate cake at the base with a soft and airy coffee mousse on top.

This Classic Tiramisu is easy to make and consists of layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee filled with a creamy mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar, and liqueur.

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Coffee Walnut Mousse Cake

This Coffee Walnut Mousse Cake is a delightful blend of coffee-infused walnut sponge, walnut caramel crunch, and creamy coffee mousse.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword coffee, coffee cake, mousse cake, walnut

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 408kcal

Ingredients

Coffee Walnut Sponge Cake

• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup (70g) sugar
• 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
• 1 tsp (2g) instant coffee
• 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup (70g) roasted walnuts , ground
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour

Walnut Caramel Filling

• 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
• 1 tbsp (15ml) water
• 3 tbsp (45g) whipping cream
• 2/3 cup (70g) walnuts , toasted, cut into smaller pieces
• 1 tbsp 15g) butter
• 1/2 tsp (3g) salt

Coffee Cream Cheese Mousse

• 9 oz (250g) cream cheese
• 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
• 2 tsp (4g) instant coffee
• 1/2 tsp (3g) vanilla extract
• 1 ¼ cup (300ml) whipping cream
• 1/2 tbsp (5g) gelatin powder
• 2 tbsp (30ml) water

Chocolate Ganache

• 3.5 oz (100g) semisweet chocolate
• 3.5 oz (100g) whipping cream

For Decoration

• coffee whipped cream
• chocolate shards
• toasted walnuts, chopped
• instant coffee for dusting

Instructions

How to toast walnuts.

• Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
• Place the walnuts into a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and let them toast for 15 minutes.
• When cool, ground or cut the walnuts into smaller pieces, as needed.

Prepare the walnut sponge cake.

• Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Grease and line with parchment paper an 8-inch (20cm) springform pan.
• In a large bowl mix eggs with sugar, salt, instant coffee and vanilla extract until thick, foamy and light-colored, for about 5 minutes.
• Gently fold in the flour and ground toasted walnuts.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let cool completely.

Prepare the walnut caramel filling.

• Place the sugar and water in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook without stirring until the sugar dissolves and gets a dark caramel color.
• Add the cream. It will bubble a little bit.
• Add the butter, walnuts and salt and let cook for about 1 minute stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula.
• Spread the walnut caramel filling over the walnut sponge cake, leaving an ½ inch (1cm) border and refrigerate until you prepare the coffee mousse.

Prepare the coffee cream cheese mousse.

• Dissolve gelatin in cold water and let it swell for about 5 minutes.
• In a large bowl mix cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract and instant coffee until smooth.
• Place the gelatin over low heat just until the gelatin dissolves and pour it over the cream cheese mixture and mix to combine.
• Add chilled cream and whip until soft peaks form.
• Pour the coffee mousse over the cake.
• Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.

Prepare the chocolate ganache.

• Place chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl and place over a pan with simmering water. Melt over low heat.
• Spread it evenly over the cake.
• Refrigerate for another 30 minutes before serving.
• Decorate the cake with coffee whipped cream, chocolate shards, chopped walnuts and a dust of instant coffee. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 12 | Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.7g | Protein: 8.2g | Fat: 30.8g | Saturated Fat: 14.8g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 235mg | Potassium: 178mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 24g | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg

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These delightful carrots are one of the easiest side dish recipe you can prepare but always a crowd pleasure. Sprinkle fresh herbs, seeds or toasted nuts and you will get an impressive dish that everybody will enjoy.

They are best served immediately, while still hot.  With their vibrant color and irresistible taste, these Honey Roasted Carrots are sure to become a favorite at your table.

How to make Honey Roasted Carrots

Begin by preheating the oven to 425F (220C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. To prepare the carrots, start by cutting them in half lengthwise and then vertically into long, similar pieces. Transfer the carrots to a large bowl and add salt, pepper, cumin, olive oil, and honey. Toss the ingredients together until the carrots are evenly coated.

Next, spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and place them in the oven. Allow them to roast for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until they become tender and slightly caramelized.

Once the roasting is complete, garnish the carrots with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs, sesame and flax seeds, or toasted nuts for added texture and flavor. Serve the roasted carrots while still warm, and savor the delightful combination of tastes and aromas.

So why wait for a special occasion to enjoy these delightful Honey Roasted Carrots? Treat yourself and your loved ones to this simple yet elegant dish that bursts with flavor and nourishment. Whether you’re serving a festive feast or a casual weeknight dinner, these carrots are sure to be a hit.

Don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts or stories, so I can see your amazing results. Enjoy!

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Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots are a delicious and healthy side dish perfect for holiday dinner tables. Carrots are cut in similar long pieces, tossed with spices and honey and roasted until tender.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword honey roasted carrots, roasted carrots, Thanksgiving carrots, Thanksgiving side dish

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 123kcal

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) carrots
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
• 1/2 tsp (1g) cumin
• 2 tbsp (40g) honey
• Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme - chopped
• Sesame and flax seeds or toasted nuts

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425F (220C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Cut the carrots in half lengthwise. Then cut them vertically into halves in long similar pieces.
• Place the carrots into a large bowl. Add salt, pepper, cumin, olive oil and honey and toss to coat.
• Spread the carrots  into a single layer into the prepared baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
• Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs, sesame and flax seeds or toasted nuts. Serve while still warm. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving out of 6 | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.5g | Protein: 1.3g | Fat: 4.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Sugar: 12.9g

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This Baked Brie is the kind of appetizer that can be easily made in advance. You can fold the cheese in puff pastry, refrigerate and bake only when guests arrive.

You can make many variations to this appetizer, add different jams or brown sugar, honey, different nuts or dried fruits, and herbs if you like, and make the Baked Brie in Puff Pastry according to your tastes.

I hope you will try this amazing Baked Brie in Puff Pastry as it is so so good. If you do, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram. I would love to see how it worked out for you.

If you are in search of more festive appetizers you may also like these Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Candied Bacon. This Skillet Sweet Potato Bread with Pecan Cranberry Cheese Dip is also one of the most impressive dishes you can prepare for holiday gatherings. You may also like this Christmas Wreath which is very beautiful and flavorful.

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Baked Brie in Puff Pastry

This Baked Brie in Puff Pastry is one of the easiest and most delicious appetizers you can prepare for holiday season or any other party. Not only it looks great but it tastes awesome too and is best served with crackers or toasted bread slices.

Course Appetizer, Bread, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer, baked brie, baked brie in puff pastry, brie appetizer

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Calories 345kcal

Ingredients

Makes about 8 servings

• 1/4 cup (70g) apricot jam
• 1/3 cup (60g) dried cranberries/raisins
• 1/4 cup (25g) toasted pecans or walnuts or almonds , chopped
• 1 sheet (9 oz - 275g) puff pastry , thawed
• 2 (4 oz-125g) Brie cheese rounds
• 1 egg , beaten

Instructions

• Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). 
• In a small bowl combine apricot jam with toasted nuts and cranberries.
• Unfold the pastry sheet and divide in two. Cut off the corners of each piece.
• Spoon the apricot jam mixture in the center of each piece of dough. Top with the 2 pieces of Brie cheese. 
• Brush the edge of the dough with beaten egg.  Fold the pastry up over the cheese to cover. 
• Place seam-side down onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.  Use the leftover pastry scraps to cut shapes to decorate.  Brush with the egg mixture.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes.  Serve with crackers or toasted bread.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 22.9g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 24.1g | Saturated Fat: 8.9g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sugar: 4.9g

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I decided to give it a try, didn’t change the recipe too much, just added a bit more cocoa powder, some coconut oil instead of water, and some cocoa nibs for extra texture and I must say the recipe is far better than expected.

These gluten-free brownies are not only healthy but turned fudgy, gooey, chocolaty, and nutty, hard not to fall in love with them from the first bite. Depending on the ingredients you use you can make them raw-vegan also.

As one of the main ingredients is cocoa powder is really important to use good quality cocoa with a great chocolate flavor to enjoy this recipe to its best.

Hope you will try these delicious healthy no-bake brownies, and don’t forget to et me know if you try them out. Enjoy!

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Recipe slightly adapted after Chocolate Covered Katie

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Healthy No-Bake Brownies

These gluten-free no-bake brownies are not only healthy but turned fudgy, gooey, chocolaty, nutty, hard not to fall in love with them from the first bite.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten free brownies, healthy brownies, no bake brownies, raw vegan brownies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 16 servings

Calories 199kcal

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups (400g) pitted dates
• 1 ½ cups (150g) walnuts
• 1/2 cup (60g) cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp (20g) cocoa nibs , optional
• 1 ½ tsp (7g) vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp (15g) coconut oil , melted
• 1/4 tsp (2g) salt

Frosting

• 1/4 cup (30g) cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup (80g) honey or agave/maple syrup
• 2 tbsp (30g) coconut oil , melted
• 1/2 tsp (2.5g) vanilla extract

Instructions

• Place the walnuts, dates, walnuts, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, coconut oil and salt into the bowl of a food processor.  Process until completely combined and the mixture holds together.
• Slightly grease a 8×8 inch (20x20cm) square pan and line with parchment paper, in such a way that some edges are longer to make it easy to lift it up once it's set.
• Spread the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press with the back of a wet spoon to create a smooth surface.
• Prepare the frosting. In a small bowl combine the cocoa with honey (agave/maple syrup), coconut oil and vanilla extract.
• Spread evenly over the mixture in the pan.
• Refrigerate for 2 hours to set. Keep leftovers refrigerated.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.7g | Protein: 4.2g | Fat: 10.1g | Saturated Fat: 2.9g | Sugar: 22.2g

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All you need is an iron cast skillet. Make it hot before adding the batter to ensure it gets crispy at the edges but still soft on the inside.

This is an easy recipe, takes only a few minutes to prepare and you have a delicious breakfast that you can serve with toasted walnuts, pecans, honey, maple syrup, or whipped cream.

For a classic Dutch Baby Pancake just remove the pumpkin puree and spices from the ingredients list. The classic version will be more puffed than the pumpkin one. Serve with fresh berries and maple syrup.

How to make Pumpkin Dutch Baby Pancake

To prepare this delicious pumpkin skillet pancake, start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C) and placing a 12-inch cast iron skillet into the oven to heat up.

While the skillet is heating, gather your ingredients. Place the milk, pumpkin puree, flour, eggs, vanilla extract, spices, and salt into the bowl of a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Once the oven has reached the desired temperature, carefully remove the hot skillet. Add butter to the skillet and return it to the oven for about 1 minute, or until the butter has fully melted and is sizzling.

Carefully pour the prepared batter into the hot skillet. Return the skillet to the oven and ?bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the pancake is puffed up and golden brown.

After baking, remove the skillet from the oven. Dust the pancake with powdered sugar and sprinkle with toasted walnuts. Serve the skillet pancake warm, drizzled with maple syrup or honey for an extra touch of sweetness.

Hope you will try this easy recipe for Pumpkin Dutch Baby Pancake and enjoy! If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.

For more similar treats check our full collection of Crepes and Pancakes.

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Pumpkin Dutch Baby Pancake

Do you need a quick and delicious idea for breakfast? This German pancake best known as Dutch baby, enriched with pumpkin puree and seasonal flavors is perfect for this time of the year.

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine German

Keyword dutch baby, dutch baby pancake, german pancake, pumpkin dutch baby pancake, pumpkin german pancake

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 359kcal

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1 cup (125g) flour
• 3/4 cup (180g) pumpkin , pureed
• 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2g) cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp (1g) ginger powder
• 1/8 tsp clove powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) nutmeg
• 2 tbsp (30g) butter
• 1/3 cup (35g) walnuts , toasted
• 2 tbsp (16g) powdered sugar , for serving
• Maple syrup , for serving

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425F (220C) and place a 12-inch (30cm) iron cast skillet into the oven.
• Place milk, pumpkin puree, flour, eggs, vanilla extract, spices, and salt in the bowl of the blender. Mix until everything is well combined.
• Remove the skillet from the oven. Add butter and return to oven for 1 minute, until butter is completely melted.
• Pour batter into the hot skillet. Bake for 17-20 minutes until golden brown.
• Remove from the oven, and dust with powdered sugar and toasted walnuts. Serve warm with maple syrup or honey. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 4 | Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 36.5g | Protein: 13.9g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6.3g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sugar: 8.9g

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How to make apricot jam and walnut cookies

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Apricot Jam and Walnut Cookies

Did you ever make cookies using jam in the recipe? If you didn't you should definitely try, they turn out to be amazingly delicious. My idea was to reduce the amount of sugar and replace it with jam and also bring a plus of flavor. I was afraid that they won't bake right but the result as a matter of look and taste is a delicious success. .

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword almond, apricot, cookies, extract, jam, walnuts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 2 servings

Calories 118kcal

Ingredients

• 1 stick (110g) butter
• 1/3 cup (70g) sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup (80g) apricot jam
• 1/4 tsp (1g) almond extract
• 1/2 tsp (3g) vanilla extract
• 2 tsp (8g) baking powder
• 1 ½ cup (190g) flour
• 1 cup (100g) walnuts , chopped
• walnuts for top

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until well mixed. Beat in the egg.
• Add apricot jam, almond extract and vanilla extract and stir well to incorporate. Stir dry ingredients together,  flour and baking powder and add into butter mixture.
• Fold in the chopped walnuts.
• Using a tablespoon or your ice cream scoop take small balls and place on prepared baking sheets with distance between them. Top with chopped walnuts and bake 15-17 minutes in the preheated oven or until golden brown. Remove from sheet to a cooling rack. Cool completely. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.3g | Protein: 2.4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2.6g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sugar: 4.8g

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The combination of cinnamon, apples, and nuts is always a winner.

How to make this easy apple and walnut cake

To prepare this delicious apple and walnut cake, begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter a 10-inch (26 cm) springform pan with a removable base to ensure the cake does not stick.

Separate the egg yolks from the whites into different bowls. In a medium bowl, mix the egg yolks with 1/3 cup of sugar until the mixture becomes thick, creamy, and pale yellow. Add the butter and continue mixing, then add the cold water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and lemon zest, blending well to combine.

In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with a mixer until they become foamy. Gradually add the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar while continuously whipping until the egg whites hold very stiff peaks.

Carefully fold the stiff egg whites into the yolk mixture. Once combined, gently fold in the flour and baking powder, ensuring the batter remains light and airy.

How to prepare the apples

Peel the apples and sprinkle them with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning. Cut two of the apples into small pieces and set aside. Slice the remaining apple into thin slices for the top of the cake.

Incorporate the small apple pieces into the batter, mixing gently. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan, spreading it out evenly. Arrange the thin apple slices on top of the batter in a decorative pattern, and then sprinkle with the chopped walnuts.

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve the apple and walnut cake with a good cup of coffee or tea and enjoy this delightful treat.

Hope you will try this easy recipe for Apple Cake and enjoy! If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.

For more easy fruit cakes check our full collection of Fruit Desserts. For more apple treats check our full collection of Apple Recipes.

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Apple Cake

Easy recipe for a delicious apple cake that goes well as breakfast or as dessert. The combination between cinnamon, apples and nuts is always a winner.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword apple, cake, dessert, easy cake, tart

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 196kcal

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 1 ¾ cups (210g) flour
• 2/3 cup (135g) sugar
• 5 tbsp (75g) butter , at room temperature
• 1/3 cup (75ml) cold water
• 2 tsp (8g) baking powder
• 3 apples
• Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
• 1 tsp (3g) cinnamon
• walnuts , chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 10-inch(26 cm) springform pan (with a removable base). 
• Separate the egg yolks from the whites. In a medium bowl mix egg yolks with 1/3 cup sugar until thick, creamy and pale yellow colored. Add butter and mix then add the cold water, vanilla extract, cinnamon and lemon zest and mix well. 
• Whip egg whites until foamy with a mixer. Gradually add the 1/3 cup sugar left whipping the whole time until it holds very stiff peaks. Add the whites to the yolks mixture. 
• Gently fold in the flour and baking powder. 
• Peel the apples and sprinkle with fresh lemon juice. Cut 2 of the apples in small pieces and 1 apple in thin slices for the top of the cake.
• Incorporate the apple small pieces into the batter. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Arrange the apple slices on top and add the walnuts.
• Bake for about 40 50 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. 
• Serve along a good cup of coffee or tea. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 12 | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3.4g | Fat: 6.4g | Saturated Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sugar: 16g

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Cabbage rolls are typically made with ground meat, but they are equally amazing with walnuts as a meatless alternative, perfect for those looking to reduce their meat intake.

In my family, cabbage rolls are a staple at holiday tables and most family gatherings. They can be prepared in advance and they freeze well, making them a convenient and delicious option for any occasion.

How to make walnut cabbage rolls

To prepare these delicious stuffed cabbage rolls, start by removing the core from the cabbages. Gently separate the leaves that can be removed and place them into boiling salted water. Cover the pot and cook until the leaves are tender. Drain them well. Add the remaining cabbage to the boiling water and cook until tender.

Separate the leaves and remove the thick veins for easier rolling. Set the leaves aside. Chop any leftover cabbage and set it aside as well.

In a frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft. Add the carrot and red pepper and sauté for a few more minutes. Stir in the paprika and remove the pan from heat. Mix in the rice, ground walnuts, fresh dill, salt and pepper. Once the mixture has cooled, stir in the egg.

Place half of the chopped cabbage into a pot and layer fresh chopped dill and thyme leaves on top.

How to shape the cabbage rolls

Begin making the rolls by placing 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of the mixture in the center of each cabbage leaf. Fold in the sides and, starting at an unfolded edge, roll up the leaf to completely enclose the filling. Place the rolls over the cabbage in the pot and continue with the remaining mixture. Put the remaining chopped cabbage on top of the rolls.

Mix the pureed tomatoes with water and pour the mixture over the surface of the rolls. Place slices of tomato on top. Cover the pot and cook over medium-low heat until the rolls start to boil. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 1 hour.

Serve the warm cabbage rolls with a dollop of sour cream on top.

I hope I convinced you to give these cabbage rolls a try as I am sure everybody will be delighted. Don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram posts or stories, so I can see your amazing results. Enjoy!

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Walnut Cabbage Rolls

Walnut cabbage rolls, rich, delicious dish perfect for cold autumn or winter days. Can be made in advance and served at holiday tables or family gatherings.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Romanian

Keyword cabbage, cabbage rolls, meatless cabbage rolls, rice, walnut, walnut cabbage rolls

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 35 servings

Calories 63kcal

Ingredients

• 2 small cabbages
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 onions , diced
• 1 carrot , diced
• 1 medium red pepper , diced
• 3/4 cup ground walnuts
• 1 cup rice
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 cup of chopped fresh dill
• 1 egg , beaten
• 1 small tomato , sliced
• 2 tomatoes , puree
• 2 cups (500ml) water

Instructions

Prepare the cabbage leaves.

• Remove the core from the cabbages. Separate the leaves that can be removed and put them into boiling salted water. Cover and cook until tender. Drain well. Add the rest of the cabbages to the boiled water, and cook until tender.
• Separate into leaves. Remove the thick veins from cabbage leaves for easier rolling and set aside. Chop any leftover cabbage.
• Place half of the leftover chopped cabbage into a pot and put fresh chopped dill and thyme leaves on top of them.

Prepare the walnut rice filling.

• In a frying pan heat oil over medium high heat. Cook onion for about 5 minutes, until soft. Add the carrot and red pepper and saute for another few minutes then stir in paprika. Remove from heat. Stir in rice, ground walnuts, fresh dill, salt and pepper. When cooled enough stir in the egg.

How to shape the cabbage rolls.

• Start making the rolls. Place 1/2 to 1 tbsp of mixture on the center of each leaf. Fold in sides. Starting at an unfolded edge, roll up the leaf to completely enclose the filling.
• Add rolls over the chopped cabbage and continue until all mixture is done. Put the rest of the chopped cabbage on top of the rolls.
• Mix the pureed tomatoes with water and pour all over the surface of the rolls. Put slices of tomato on top. Cover the pot and cook at medium-low temperature until they start to boil. Then reduce heat to simmer and cook for about 1 hour.
• Serve warm with sour cream on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cabbage roll | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2.6g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sugar: 2.1g

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I find this recipe absolutely delicious for pumpkin season. With the addition of pumpkin, it’s healthier than many other chocolate desserts, isn’t it? Even kids who don’t usually enjoy pumpkin will devour this chocolate pumpkin Bundt cake in no time.

How to make Chocolate Pumpkin Bundt Cake

To make this delicious pumpkin walnut Bundt cake, start by greasing and flouring a Bundt pan, then set it aside. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

In a large bowl, whisk together 3 eggs and sugar until well blended. Add the pumpkin puree and oil, mixing well to combine. Gradually stir in the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and spices until the batter is smooth. Finally, add the chopped walnuts and give it a good stir to distribute them evenly.

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 70 to 75 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 to 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate and let it cool completely. Once the cake has cooled, dust it with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your delightful pumpkin walnut Bundt cake!

Give it a try my friends it is simply delightful. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.

For more similar treats check our full collection of Bundt, Loaf and Pound Cakes. For more pumpkin treats check our full collection of Pumpkin Recipes.

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Chocolate Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Fabulous rich chocolate pumpkin bundt cake suitable for fall and Thanksgiving. The pumpkin, the spices and crunchy walnuts bring a nice flavor and texture.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword bundt, cake, chocolate, pumpkin, pumpkin bundt cake, Thanksgiving pumpkin recipes, walnuts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings

Calories 478kcal

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 2 ¼ cups sugar
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups freshly baked pumpkin puree
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cacao powder
• 1 ½ cups flour
• 3 ½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 3/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup big grounded walnuts
• powdered sugar , for dusting

Instructions

• Grease and flour a Bundt pan and set aside. Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
• In a large bowl, whisk the 3 eggs with sugar until well blended. Add pumpkin, oil and mix well. Stir in cacao powder, flour, baking powder and spices. Add walnuts and stir. 
• Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake about 70 – 75 minutes until set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Allow to cool in the pan over a wire rack for 5-10 minutes. Invert cake onto a serving plate and let cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 10 | Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 67.7g | Protein: 6.7g | Fat: 22.8g | Saturated Fat: 4.6g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sugar: 46.8g

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These Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are extremely easy to make, the carrots are cooked with brown sugar and butter in a minimum of liquid to bring out the best of their flavor. The orange and toasted walnuts add a pleasant aroma to this carrot dish. Hope you will try these brown sugar-glazed carrots as I am sure you will love them.

How to make brown sugar-glazed carrots

To create this flavorful carrot side dish, start by melting butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Once the butter is fully melted, add sugar and stir until it has completely dissolved.

Next, incorporate the carrots, orange peel, salt, pepper, and water into the pan. Mix well to ensure the carrots are evenly coated with the butter and sugar mixture. Cover the pan and let the carrots cook over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the carrots to become crisp-tender.

After 10 minutes, remove the lid and continue cooking until all the liquid has evaporated. This step helps the carrots caramelize slightly, enhancing their natural sweetness.

Once the liquid has evaporated, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in freshly chopped parsley and toasted walnuts to add a fresh, herbaceous note and a delightful crunch to the dish.

Serve the carrots warm, making them a perfect side dish to your favorite meat dishes.

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Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

These Brown Sugar-Glazed carrots are a delicious and easy side dish perfect for Thanksgiving Day. They are cooked with brown sugar and butter and topped with walnuts.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword brown sugar, carrots, glazed, glazed carrots, julienne, orange peel, Thanksgiving Day recipes, walnuts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 3 servings

Calories 174kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups julienne-cut carrots
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp water
• salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 orange grated peel
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley , chopped
• 1/3 cup walnuts - toasted

Instructions

• Melt the butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat; add sugar, stirring until melted. 
• Stir in carrots, orange peel, salt, pepper and water. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes at medium low heat stirring occasionally until carrots are crisp-tender. Remove the lid and continue cooking until the liquid has evaporated. 
• Remove the pan from heat, stir in chopped fresh parsley and toasted walnuts and serve warm along meat. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 3 | Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.6g | Protein: 4.1g | Fat: 12.2g | Saturated Fat: 2.9g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sugar: 9.5g

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