🍰 Juicy Nut Cake – A Classic You’ll Want to Bake Again and Again
There are some cakes that never go out of style. This Juicy Nut Cake is one of them – it’s quick, simple, and always hits the spot. It’s the kind of recipe our moms and grandmothers would pull out on a Sunday afternoon when guests were expected, or when the family wanted something sweet with their coffee.
The best part? It only takes about 10 minutes to prepare before going into the oven, which makes it the perfect treat even on busy days. With its moist crumb, crunchy nuts, and buttery topping, this cake tastes like it came straight from a bakery – yet it’s made with pantry staples and a bit of love.
✨ Ingredients (loaf pan or small baking sheet)
✅ 3 eggs
✅ 1 cup sugar
✅ 1/2 cup oil
✅ 1 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt
✅ 2 cups all-purpose flour
✅ 1 teaspoon baking powder
✅ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
✅ 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
✅ 1 cup chopped walnuts or hazelnuts
✅ a pinch of salt
Optional for the topping:
✅ 50 g butter
✅ 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
✅ 1 tablespoon milk
✅ a handful of chopped nuts for sprinkling