Victoria cake with walnuts

Victoria Cake with Walnut – a delicious and refined recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 12

Victoria Cake with Walnut is a classic dessert, perfect for any occasion, from a simple afternoon coffee to an elegant party. This cake features a moist and aromatic base enriched with walnuts and coconut, which perfectly complements a fine cream. I will guide you step by step to achieve a perfect result.

Ingredients for the base:
- 8 egg whites
- 300 g sugar
- 8 egg yolks
- 250 g ground walnuts
- 100 g grated coconut
- 150 g flour
- 1 packet baking powder (10 g)
- A pinch of salt

Ingredients for the cream:
- 500 ml whipping cream
- 200 g powdered sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- A few whole walnuts for decoration

Preparing the bases:
1. Start by preheating the oven to 180°C (160°C with ventilation). Prepare a baking tray (approximately 30x40 cm) by lining it with baking paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until you achieve a firm foam. This step is crucial to ensure a light and fluffy texture for the base.
3. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to mix until you obtain a glossy meringue. It is important that the sugar is completely dissolved.
4. In another bowl, beat the egg yolks until creamy, then carefully incorporate them into the egg white mixture, gently folding with a silicone spatula to avoid losing air from the mixture.
5. Add the ground walnuts, grated coconut, sifted flour, and baking powder. Mix gently, folding from top to bottom, until the ingredients are well incorporated.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared tray and level it evenly. Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It is essential not to open the oven door in the first 25 minutes to avoid the base collapsing.
7. Once the base is baked, let it cool completely in the tray, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Preparing the cream:
1. In a cold bowl, whip the whipping cream together with the powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until you achieve firm peaks. Make sure the cream is well chilled before using it, for easier whipping.
2. Once the base is completely cooled, cut it into two equal parts. Place the first half on a platter and spread some of the cream, leveling it evenly.
3. Place the second half of the base on top and spread the remaining cream on top. Decorate with whole walnuts for an elegant look.

Serving and variations:
Victoria Cake with Walnut is delicious both plain and alongside fresh fruits, such as raspberries or slices of kiwi, which add a touch of freshness. You can experiment by adding flavors such as rum or orange essence to the cream for a personal twist.

This cake is an excellent choice for any occasion, and the combination of walnuts and coconut will surely delight your guests' taste buds. Enjoy every slice and relish the compliments you will receive! Bon appétit!

 Ingredients: Layer 1: 8 eggs, 8 tablespoons sugar, 4 tablespoons flour, 8 tablespoons ground walnuts, 1 tablespoon coconut. Layer 2: 6 egg whites, 10 tablespoons sugar, 150 g chopped walnuts, 2 tablespoons flour. Cream: 6 egg yolks, 300 g sugar, 500 ml milk (100 in the egg cream, 400 in the pudding), 1 vanilla pudding, 1 package of 250 g butter (I used Rama margarine), 1 sachet of vanilla aroma finesse, whipped cream or whatever you prefer, chocolate glaze is also an option, grated chocolate.