Del Monico Nut Cake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Cuisine: American

Del Monico Nut Cake is a rich, moist dessert featuring a delightful blend of nuts, coconut, and a tender crumb, perfect for special occasions or teatime enjoyment.

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Ingredients

  • 1 stick margarine
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup nuts (pecans and walnuts)
  • 5 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup Crisco
  • 5 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon soda
  • 1 cup coconut

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together shortening and margarine.
  2. Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks and vanilla; mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour and soda.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
  6. Fold in nuts and coconut.
  7. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  8. Gently fold egg whites into the batter.
  9. Pour batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
  10. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

930 kcal 47% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 37g 74% DV
Total Fat 53.3g 68% DV
Carbs 63.1g 23% DV
Fiber 4.7g 17% DV
Sugar 7.4g 15% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 656.5mg 29% DV
Potassium 844.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 584mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 145.3mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 2.9mcg 15% DV
Calcium 164.3mg 13% DV
Iron 5.4mg 30% DV
Diet fit High-protein
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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