Chocolate Walnut Cake "Negarche"
Ingredients for the cake:
2 eggs, separated
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
A handful of finely chopped walnuts
For the chocolate glaze:
3 tbsp water
6 tbsp sugar
6 tbsp cocoa powder
60 g (4 tbsp) butter
Instructions
1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks.
2. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and refrigerate them.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar, vegetable oil, and yoghurt until smooth.
4. Add the cocoa powder, cinnamon, sifted flour, and baking soda. Mix until well combined.
5. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter using a spatula to keep the mixture light and airy.
6. Stir in the finely chopped walnuts.
7. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan (no parchment paper needed).
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Chocolate Glaze
1. Combine the water, sugar, and cocoa powder in a small saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat while stirring.
3. Add the butter and stir until completely melted and the glaze is smooth.
4. Pour the warm glaze over the slightly cooled cake and allow it to set before serving.
Enjoy! This moist chocolate cake is especially delicious with a cup of coffee or tea.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: ~310 kcal
Carbohydrates: ~35 g
Protein: ~5 g
Fat: ~18 g
Fiber: ~2 g
Sugars: ~24 g
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Servings | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min. | 30 min. | 12 | 310 |
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