Delicious Coffee and Walnut Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Electric mixer

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the cooled coffee and walnuts until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 8-10

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 5g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- Butter: can be substituted with margarine or vegetable oil
- Coffee: can be substituted with espresso or strong black tea
- Walnuts: can be substituted with pecans or almonds

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a chocolate version of the cake
- Add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries or cherries to the batter for a fruity version of the cake
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the batter for a tropical version of the cake

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming with the sugar
- Make sure the coffee is cooled before adding to the batter
- Grease and flour the cake pan before pouring in the batter

Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the cake in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Dust the cake with powdered sugar
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream
- Drizzle with melted chocolate

Garnishes:
- Chopped walnuts
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream

Pairings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh berries
- Caramel sauce

Suggested side dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Green salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, add a few tablespoons of milk to the batter.
- If the cake is too dense, add a few tablespoons of baking powder to the dry ingredients.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before storing.

Food history:
Coffee and walnut cake is a classic British cake that dates back to the 19th century. It is believed to have originated in the Victorian era and has since become a popular dessert.

Flavor profiles:
This cake has a rich, nutty flavor from the coffee and walnuts, with a hint of sweetness from the sugar.

Serving suggestions:
This cake is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

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Taste: Rich, Moist, Sweet, Nutty, Coffee, Coffee-Flavored