Ingredients
For the Layers
Wedderspoon Raw Premium Manuka Honey, KFactor 16, 17.6 Oz, Unpasteurized, Genuine New Zealand Honey, Traceable from Our Hives to Your Home
$34.36
$37.00
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Nate's Organic 100% Pure, Raw & Unfiltered Honey - USDA Certified Organic - 32oz. Squeeze Bottle
$16.97
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Manukora Raw Manuka Honey, MGO 50+, New Zealand Honey, Non-GMO, Traceable from Hive to Hand, Daily Wellness Support - 250g (8.82 Oz)
$13.24
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Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, 22 Ounce (Pack of 4)
$23.96
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Antimo Caputo Chefs Flour - Italian Double Zero 00 - Soft Wheat for Pizza Dough, Bread, & Pasta, 2.2 Lb (Pack of 2)
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King Arthur, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds, Packaging May Vary
$8.62
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50 Organic Madagascar Vanilla Beans. Whole Grade A Vanilla Pods for Vanilla Extract and Baking
$39.99
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50 Organic Grade A Madagascar Vanilla Beans. Certified USDA Organic for Extract and all things Vanilla by FITNCLEAN VANILLA. ~5" Bulk Fresh Bourbon NON-GMO Pods.
$37.99
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Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract for Baking and Cooking, 4 Ounce Bottle
$19.95
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50 Organic Madagascar Vanilla Beans. Whole Grade A Vanilla Pods for Vanilla Extract and Baking
$39.99
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50 Organic Grade A Madagascar Vanilla Beans. Certified USDA Organic for Extract and all things Vanilla by FITNCLEAN VANILLA. ~5" Bulk Fresh Bourbon NON-GMO Pods.
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Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract for Baking and Cooking, 4 Ounce Bottle
$19.95
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Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, 22 Ounce (Pack of 4)
$23.96
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Antimo Caputo Chefs Flour - Italian Double Zero 00 - Soft Wheat for Pizza Dough, Bread, & Pasta, 2.2 Lb (Pack of 2)
$16.99
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King Arthur, Measure for Measure Flour, Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Kosher, 3 Pounds, Packaging May Vary
$8.62
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Kevala Cashew Butter 7 Lbs Pail
$83.62
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4th & Heart Original Grass-Fed Ghee, Clarified Butter, Keto, Pasture Raised, Lactose and Casein Free, Certified Paleo (9 Ounces)
$11.49
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4th & Heart Himalayan Pink Salt Grass-Fed Ghee, Clarified Butter, Keto Pasture Raised, Non-GMO, Lactose and Casein Free, Certified Paleo (9 Ounces)
$9.49
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Diamond of California Finely Diced Walnuts, 10 oz, 12 Pack
$74.51
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Amazon Brand - Happy Belly California Walnuts Halves and Pieces, 16 ounce (Pack of 2)
$15.84
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Fisher Chef's Naturals Chopped Walnuts 1 lb, 100% California Unsalted Walnuts for Baking & Cooking, Snack Topping, Resealable Bag, Great with Yogurt & Cereal, Vegan Protein, Keto Snack, Gluten Free
$6.16
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Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Cream Base
Step 2
Prepare the Cream
Step 3
Prepare the Layers
Step 4
Assemble the Cake
Servings
- Warm Beverage Pairing ☕: Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea. The nutty flavors of the cake pair wonderfully with a rich espresso or a fragrant Earl Grey.
- Fruit Garnish 🍓: Add a burst of color and freshness by garnishing it with fresh berries. Strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries are excellent choices.
- Ice Cream Combo 🍨: Go the extra mile with a scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream on the side. The cold ice cream complements the creamy texture of the cake beautifully.
- Decoration Ideas 🎨: Sprinkle some powdered sugar on top, add a few walnut halves, or drizzle with caramel sauce for an appealing finish. Get creative and make it your own!
Equipment
Essential for combining your ingredients smoothly. Choose one with a non-slip base for added stability.
YIHONG 7 Piece Mixing Bowls with Lids for Kitchen, Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set Ideal for Baking, Prepping, Cooking and Serving Food, Nesting Metal Mixing Bowls for Space Saving Storage
$27.99
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Pyrex Glass, 3-Piece, 3 PC Mixing Bowl Set
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REGILLER Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls (Set of 5), Non Slip Colorful Silicone Bottom Nesting Storage Bowls, Polished Mirror Finish For Healthy Meal Mixing and Prepping 1.5-2 - 2.5-3.5 - 7QT (Colorful)
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This will save you a lot of time and effort, especially when beating the eggs and butter. Opt for a mixer with multiple speed settings.
KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer K45SS, Onyx Black
$279.99
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Commercial Stand Mixer, 15Qt Heavy Duty Electric Food Mixer, Commercial Mixer 600W with 3 Speeds Adjustable 130/233/415RPM, Stainless Steel Bowl, Dough Hook Whisk Beater Perfect for Bakery Pizzeria
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Hamilton Beach Electric Stand Mixer, 4 Quarts, Dough Hook, Flat Beater Attachments, Splash Guard 7 Speeds with Whisk, Silver
$95.99
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Needed for preparing the cream base. A heavy-bottomed one helps prevent burning.
Utopia Kitchen Nonstick Saucepan Set with Lid, 1 Quart and 2 Quarts Multipurpose Pots Set for Home Kitchen or Restaurant (Grey-Black)
$25.99
$39.99
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AVACRAFT Stainless Steel Saucepan with Glass Strainer Lid, Two Side Spouts for Easy Pour with Ergonomic Handle, Multipurpose Sauce Pot (Tri-Ply Capsule Bottom, 2.5 Quart)
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Cuisinart 1-Quart Saucepan, Chef's Classic Nonstick Hard Anodized Saucepan w/Cover, 619-14
$19.95
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Two round cake pans are ideal for baking the layers. Non-stick pans work best to prevent sticking.
Tiger Chef Full Size 18 x 26 inch Perforated Aluminum Sheet Pan Commercial Bakery Equipment Cake Pans NSF Approved 19 Gauge 12 Pack
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GRIDMANN 18" x 26" Commercial Grade Aluminum Cookie Sheet Baking Tray Pan Full Sheet - 12 Pans
$139.99
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Amazon Basics Nonstick Round Muffin Baking Pan, 12 Cups, Set of 2, Gray, 13.9x10.55x1.22"
$17.99
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For stirring the cream base until smooth. A silicone whisk can be gentler on your saucepan.
OXO Good Grips 11-Inch Balloon Whisk
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Walfos Silicone Whisk,Stainless Steel Wire Whisk Set of 3 -Heat Resistant 480°F Kitchen Whisks for Non-stick Cookware,Balloon Egg Beater Perfect for Blending,Whisking,Beating,Frothing & Stirring,Black
$11.89
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Pack of 2 Danish Dough Whisk Blender Dutch Bread Whisk Hook Wooden Hand Mixer Sourdough Baking Tools for Cake Bread Pizza Pastry Biscuits Tool Stainless Steel Ring 13.5 inches 0.22 lb/pcs…
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Useful for spreading the cream between layers. Choose one with a flexible tip for easier handling.
HOTEC Food Grade Silicone Rubber Spatula Set for Baking, Cooking, and Mixing High Heat Resistant Non Stick Dishwasher Safe BPA-Free Multicolor Set of 5
$9.59
$18.99
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Wilton Icing Spatula - 13-Inch Angled Cake Spatula for Smoothing Frosting on Treats or Spreading Filling Between Cake Layers, Steel
$7.98
$8.75
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Metal Spatula Stainless Steel and Scraper - Professional Chef Griddle Spatulas Set of 3 - Heavy Duty Accessories Great for Cast Iron BBQ Flat Top Grill Skillet Pan - Commercial Grade
$19.99
$22.99
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Variations
- Gluten-Free Option 🌾: Replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend, making sure it’s suitable for baking. Double-check that the baking soda is gluten-free too.
- Vegan Option 🌿: Substitute the eggs with flax eggs (1 flax egg = 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons of water) and use almond milk instead of regular milk. Choose a plant-based butter and skip the honey, using maple syrup or another vegan sweetener instead.
Faq
- Why is my cake not rising properly?
Make sure you’re beating the eggs and sugar until really fluffy, and don’t skip the baking soda. Also, ensure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature.
- Can I use a hand whisk instead of an electric mixer?
You can, but it will require a lot more arm work. The electric mixer makes the process much easier and ensures a better texture.
- How do I make sure the cream is smooth?
Adding the cooled milk mixture to the beaten butter slowly, one spoonful at a time, helps prevent lumps. Make sure both the butter and milk mixture are at the correct temperature.
- Can I prepare the layers a day in advance?
Yes, you can bake the layers and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a day before assembling the cake.
- How can I prevent the cake from sticking to the pans?
Line the bottom of your baking pans with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides. This helps in easy removal of the cake layers once baked.
- Is it necessary to decorate the top with cake crumbs?
No, it’s not necessary, but it adds a lovely texture and presentation. You can also use grated chocolate or chopped nuts as an alternative.