To prepare this delicious walnut and jam cake, we start by ensuring we have all the ingredients at hand. The first step is to make a fine and even dough, which will form the base of the cake. We mix the ingredients for the base: flour, soft butter, eggs, and sugar, until we obtain a smooth composition. This dough should be elastic and easy to roll out. Once we achieve the desired consistency, we roll out the dough on a sheet of parchment paper, making sure it fits the dimensions of the tray in which we will bake the cake. Then, we refrigerate the base for 30 minutes to firm it up a bit and make it easier to handle.
Meanwhile, we take care of the filling. We beat the egg whites with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until we obtain a firm and shiny foam. It is important to beat the egg whites well to ensure an airy texture for the cake. Then, we carefully add the yolks, vanilla essence, and finally, the ground walnuts. We mix everything with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the egg whites, so that the cream remains fluffy and light.
After the base has been chilled, we place it in the prepared tray, keeping the parchment paper. We put it in the preheated oven at a medium temperature and let it bake, but only halfway; the top should become slightly firm but not fully baked. This step is essential to allow the filling to set well later.
Once the base has reached the desired consistency, we take the tray out of the oven. We spread a generous layer of jam over its surface, followed by the walnut cream prepared earlier. We cover it evenly so that each bite is full of flavor. We return the cake to the oven, where we let it bake for 25 to 30 minutes until it becomes golden and fragrant.
When the cake is ready, we take it out of the oven and, while it is still warm, cut it into the desired shapes. This cake, with a pronounced taste of almond, will fill the house with inviting aromas. It keeps well under proper conditions, so you can enjoy it even in the following days, savoring each flavorful bite.
Meanwhile, we take care of the filling. We beat the egg whites with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until we obtain a firm and shiny foam. It is important to beat the egg whites well to ensure an airy texture for the cake. Then, we carefully add the yolks, vanilla essence, and finally, the ground walnuts. We mix everything with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the egg whites, so that the cream remains fluffy and light.
After the base has been chilled, we place it in the prepared tray, keeping the parchment paper. We put it in the preheated oven at a medium temperature and let it bake, but only halfway; the top should become slightly firm but not fully baked. This step is essential to allow the filling to set well later.
Once the base has reached the desired consistency, we take the tray out of the oven. We spread a generous layer of jam over its surface, followed by the walnut cream prepared earlier. We cover it evenly so that each bite is full of flavor. We return the cake to the oven, where we let it bake for 25 to 30 minutes until it becomes golden and fragrant.
When the cake is ready, we take it out of the oven and, while it is still warm, cut it into the desired shapes. This cake, with a pronounced taste of almond, will fill the house with inviting aromas. It keeps well under proper conditions, so you can enjoy it even in the following days, savoring each flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Dough: 200 g flour, 120 g butter or margarine, 50 g sugar, 2 tablespoons mineral water, 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon ammonium bicarbonate (ammonia), quenched in vinegar or lemon juice. Glaze: 100 g powdered sugar, 200 g ground walnuts, 2 egg yolks, 3 egg whites, 3-4 tablespoons thicker jam, vanilla sugar, almond essence (but it can also be without).