I wanted to bake something that would go well with my coffee, and this Coffee Walnut Tea Cake came to mind. I had some walnuts in the kitchen, so I toasted them first and decided to add coffee to the cake as well.

The cake has a soft, buttery crumb with a noticeable coffee flavor and little bits of toasted walnut throughout. I also like the extra walnuts at the base because they add a slightly nutty finish to each slice.

I sliced it once it had cooled and served it with a fresh cup of coffee. If you enjoy nutty bakes, Maple Walnut Cookies and Almond Biscotti are two more recipes to try.

Coffee Walnut Tea Cake Recipe

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A soft tea cake made with butter, yogurt, instant coffee, and toasted walnuts. Baking it with walnuts at the base gives the slices an extra nutty texture.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 10 Slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 330

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

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• ¾ cup 170 g unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup 150 g granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup 120 g plain yogurt
• 1½ cups 190 g all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp instant coffee powder
• ½ cup 120 ml hot water
• ½ cup 60 g walnuts, chopped and toasted
• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts for the base

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Electric hand mixer
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Small bowl
• Loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Wire cooling rack
• Oven

Method

 

1. Add the softened butter to a mixing bowl and beat until creamy.
   
2. Add the granulated sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
   
3. Add the vanilla extract and yogurt, then mix until well combined.
   
4. In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until incorporated.
   
6. Add the milk and mix until a smooth batter forms.
   
7. Add the hot coffee mixture.
   
8. Add the toasted chopped walnuts to the dry ingredients, then fold them into the batter.
   
9. Sprinkle a few chopped walnuts over the base of the prepared loaf pan.
10. Pour the cake batter over the walnuts and spread evenly.
    
11. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    
12. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
13. Cut the cake into slices and serve.
    

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16g

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A loaf cake like this is useful to have when you want something homemade that can be sliced and served without much fuss. The coffee and toasted walnuts give it enough character to stand on its own, while the simple loaf shape makes it easy to keep on hand for afternoon coffee, tea, or a quick sweet bite.

Vamsi

I’ve always found joy in the kitchen. Since I was seven, cooking has been my favorite way to learn, create, and unwind. From baking sweet treats to exploring global flavors and brewing coffee, I’m always chasing my next delicious discovery.