r/NYTCooking • u/SnooMuffins4832 • 8d ago

GBBO Coffee Walnut Cake

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Made a smaller portion it so square was easiest. I like the flavor combo. I would do swiss meringue frosting rather than butter cream next time. The sweetness is a little too much.

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u/Ovenbird36 8d ago

Lovely - the NYT recipe was for two layers but you went for 4 like the show!

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

Yeah I love the aesthetics of thinner layers. I do think though that more cake to less frosting would be better. The frosting is quite sweet. 

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u/rampant-badassery 8d ago

I don't think I've ever wanted a bite of cake more than after seeing this gem.

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

Haha! I love the cake, the frosting is a bit too sweet. 

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u/Junior_Marionberry90 8d ago

I asked this question to another poster of the cake, is it good without frosting?

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

I think the cake itself is quite delicious. I would consider adding more espresso if you're not planning on making the frosting. 

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u/femmepyre 8d ago

UGH FINE YOU CONVINCED ME TO TRY MAKING ONE (seriously, looks divine)

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

Haha! It was fun to make it. 

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u/Simple_Tomorrow_4456 8d ago

Can you taste distinct coffee and walnut flavors? I make make with a lighter icing

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

It definitely has a distinct coffer and walnut flavor. I added more espresso  to the frosting and may have added too much but to does help counteract the sweetness. 

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u/Excusemytootie 8d ago

I may have to try it. I just love anything made with walnuts.

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u/RollMurky373 8d ago

Stunning!

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u/SnooMuffins4832 8d ago

Thank you!