Guguluf (muffins) with nuts and chocolate

Guguluf with nuts and chocolate - a special recipe for dessert lovers that combines the fluffy texture and intense aroma of chocolate with the crunchiness of nuts. This recipe, inspired by baking traditions, promises to become your favorite, perfect for a pampered morning alongside a fragrant coffee or to be enjoyed at a picnic. It offers exceptional taste and is easy to prepare, even for those less experienced in the kitchen.

Total preparation time: 1 hour
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 10

Ingredients

- 150 g flour
- 100 g cornstarch
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 250 g powdered sugar
- 100 g walnut kernels (ground)
- 175 ml oil
- 125 ml milk
- 1 packet baking powder
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee
- 100 ml hot water
- 100 g chocolate (grated)
- 5 eggs
- 1 vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- Zest of one lemon
- 3 teaspoons pollen

A bit of history

Guguluf, or bundt cake, has become popular in European cuisine, with deep roots in baking traditions. This type of cake, with its distinctive shape, has often been used during festive occasions and is known for its moist and flavorful consistency. Today, guguluf has evolved and is prepared in various versions, including with chocolate, nuts, and other delicious ingredients.

Preparing the Guguluf

1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients. Make sure the nuts are finely ground to incorporate well into the mixture. If you don't have ground nuts, you can use a food processor to quickly turn them into powder.

2. Preparing the chocolate: Grate the chocolate with a knife or grater. High-quality chocolate will add an intense flavor to your dessert. If you prefer, you can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate, depending on your taste.

3. Preparing the coffee: Dissolve the instant coffee in hot water. This step is essential to achieve a rich coffee flavor in the guguluf. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the mixture.

4. Separating the eggs: Separate the egg whites from the yolks. This step is important because whipped egg whites will give the cake a fluffy texture.

5. Beating the egg whites: In a bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat until you achieve a glossy meringue.

6. Preparing the yolk mixture: In another bowl, mix the yolks with the powdered sugar until creamy. Add the milk and mix well.

7. Combining the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the flour with the cornstarch, baking powder, and ground nuts. This mixture will add structure to the cake.

8. Combining the mixtures: Start incorporating the flour mixture into the egg white mixture, gradually adding the oil and homogenizing. Then, add the yolk mixture and blend everything together.

9. Adding aromatic ingredients: Finally, add the coffee, grated chocolate, lemon zest, and pollen. Mix well to ensure all flavors are evenly distributed.

10. Preparing the pan: Grease a guguluf pan with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking. If you don't have a guguluf pan, you can also use muffin tins, as I did.

11. Baking: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and place it in the preheated oven at 160 degrees Celsius. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It is important not to open the oven in the first 20 minutes to avoid affecting the rising.

12. Cooling and serving: Once the guguluf is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove it and dust it with powdered sugar before serving.

Practical tips

- Fruit variation: You can also add some pieces of dried or fresh fruit (such as cherries or blueberries) for added flavor and color.
- Improving texture: If you want a moister guguluf, you can add 50 ml of yogurt to the mixture.
- Serving: This guguluf is delicious served alongside a coffee or fragrant tea. You can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more refined dessert.

Frequently asked questions

1. Can I use another type of nut?
Yes, you can experiment with almonds, hazelnuts, or pistachios, depending on your preferences.

2. What can I do if I don't have instant coffee?
You can substitute instant coffee with regular coffee or omit this ingredient, although the taste will be different.

3. How can I store the guguluf?
Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the cake.

Nutritional benefits

This guguluf is a good source of energy due to the carbohydrates from flour and sugar, also providing healthy fats from nuts. Nuts are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, while chocolate contains flavonoids beneficial for the heart. When consumed in moderation, this dessert can be part of a balanced diet.

Don't wait any longer! Put on your apron and prepare this delicacy that will bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: 150 g flour, 100 g cornstarch, 150 g granulated sugar, 250 g powdered sugar, 100 g walnut kernels, 175 ml oil, 125 ml milk, 1 packet baking powder, 2 tablespoons ground coffee, 100 ml hot water, 100 g chocolate, 5 eggs, 1 vanilla bean, zest of one lemon, 3 teaspoons pollen.

 Tags:  chocolate cake