Aromatic cake

Aromatic Cake with Nuts and Raisins

If you are looking for a simple and quick recipe for a delicious dessert, this aromatic cake is the perfect choice. With a fluffy texture and enticing aromas of citrus and cinnamon, this cake will surely become a family favorite. The total preparation time is about 1 hour, and this recipe will yield 8 servings perfect to enjoy alongside tea or coffee.

Ingredients needed:

- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons of oil
- 1 cup of flour
- 5 tablespoons of water
- ½ packet of baking powder
- 30 g walnuts (coarsely chopped)
- 1 handful of raisins
- 2 tablespoons of cocoa
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- Grated zest of one orange and one lemon
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Rum essence
- Vanilla
- Brandy (optional, for extra flavor)

Preparation method:

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Prepare a loaf pan, grease it with a little oil and line it with flour or baking paper to prevent sticking.

2. Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. In a bowl, add a pinch of salt and 2-3 tablespoons of sugar over the yolks. Beat them with a mixer until they become a fluffy, light-colored cream.

3. In another bowl, beat the egg whites separately with a pinch of salt until you get a firm foam. It is essential that the bowl is clean and free of grease to achieve a stable meringue.

4. Add the oil and water to the yolk mixture, mixing well. Then, incorporate the flour and baking powder, gently folding with a spatula to avoid lumps.

5. Now, add cocoa, cinnamon, grated orange and lemon zest, rum essence, vanilla, and optionally, a little brandy. Mix well until homogeneous.

6. Finally, fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture with gentle movements from top to bottom to retain the air in the meringue. Add the walnuts and raisins, mixing gently.

7. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and level the surface. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving suggestion: Decorate the cake with a little powdered sugar and candied orange slices. You can serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more sophisticated dessert.

Possible variations: You can experiment with different types of nuts, such as almonds or hazelnuts, and you can replace the raisins with dried cranberries. Also, for a more intense flavor, you can add a few drops of almond essence.

This aromatic cake is not only a quick dessert but also a wonderful way to bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy it with pleasure!

 Ingredients: 1 cup of sugar, 4 large eggs, 4 tablespoons of oil, 1 cup of flour, 5 tablespoons of water, 1/2 baking powder, 30 g walnuts, a handful of raisins, 2 tablespoons of cocoa, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, orange and lemon zest, lemon juice (optional), rum essence, vanilla, brandy.