Caramel Nut Cake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 35 min Serves: 20 Cuisine: American

Caramel Nut Cake is a rich, layered dessert featuring fluffy egg-based sponge infused with vanilla and almond flavors, filled with whipped cream, and topped with luscious butterscotch sauce. The combination of walnuts and graham cracker crumbs adds crunch and depth, making it perfect for special occasions or gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 pint whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Have all ingredients at room temperature.
  2. Separate eggs. Beat yolks well.
  3. Combine sugar and baking powder and add to yolks.
  4. Add vanilla and almond extract.
  5. Beat the egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
  6. Fold the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk mixture.
  7. Fold in graham cracker crumbs and chopped walnuts and blend well.
  8. Line 2 (9-inch) greased layer pans with wax paper and pour in the batter.
  9. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 30 to 35 minutes.
  10. Allow the cakes to cool.
  11. Spread 1 pint of whipped cream between the layers and over the top of the cake.
  12. Pour butterscotch sauce over the top and let it run down the sides.
  13. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

400 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.3g 13% DV
Total Fat 19.5g 25% DV
Carbs 42.8g 16% DV
Fiber 2.8g 10% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2751.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 355.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.5mg 11% DV
Calcium 1560mg 100% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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