Last week I made a cake for my co-worker who was retiring after 20 years. Since he loves coffee so much I looked for a recipe where coffee would be the star and I found it in Nigella Lawson's Coffee and Walnut Layer Cake.
What was so interesting about this cake is that it is made entirely in the food processor, including the frosting. I had never made a cake in a food processor before and really like this no-fuss method. The espresso powder and the walnuts that are mixed into the batter really shine in this cake. It was easy to make, tasted wonderful, and everyone at the office enjoyed it. But, I think the person who enjoyed it the most was the person I made it for which is exactly what I had hoped. Based on the rave reviews I got, it is a cake that I plan to make often. I found the recipe in Nigella Lawson's cookbook, Recipes from the Heart of the Home, that I recently bought, but you can find the recipe on Nigella Lawson's Web site. I made the recipe exactly as it was written. I hope you'll give it a try.
What was so interesting about this cake is that it is made entirely in the food processor, including the frosting. I had never made a cake in a food processor before and really like this no-fuss method. The espresso powder and the walnuts that are mixed into the batter really shine in this cake. It was easy to make, tasted wonderful, and everyone at the office enjoyed it. But, I think the person who enjoyed it the most was the person I made it for which is exactly what I had hoped. Based on the rave reviews I got, it is a cake that I plan to make often. I found the recipe in Nigella Lawson's cookbook, Recipes from the Heart of the Home, that I recently bought, but you can find the recipe on Nigella Lawson's Web site. I made the recipe exactly as it was written. I hope you'll give it a try.
WOW! This cake looks SO good! It looks like it's very moist.. You keep making these things and I keep adding them to my list!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous cake! I've never heard of a cake being prepared in a food processor, but it sounds like it worked great.
ReplyDeleteElaine, What a beautiful looking cake! Your co-workers are very lucky! I've prepared pie doughs and breads in my food processor but I've never heard of a cake being mixed in one. I love the idea...it sure does simplify the process. Looks so moist and delicious!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Elaine! You can't beat a Nigella recipe. And I haven't made a cake recipe in a food processor, either...
ReplyDeletePS...thanks for your sweet words of condolence. xo
Your cake looks fantastic! I'm surprised there's any left. What a sweet friend you are!
ReplyDeleteOh, that looks so good! My DH would hate those walnuts, but I would love it for a birthday cake.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous cake! Your co-worker certainly is lucky!
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious! I am so glad your co-worker enjoyed it as much as you hoped she would!
ReplyDeleteThat looks really great, Elaine!
ReplyDeleteOh yum, I just love Nigella and she really does have great cake recipes. I am working my way through her ``Chocolate Cake Hall of Fame'' chapter in her Feast book. So far the Guinness cake is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteStunning! I love the presentation - I'm sure Gerry was thrilled, as was everyone else! Coffee and walnut - what a great combo. And even better - one bowl!
ReplyDeleteYummo! I know this cake is good, because I have made it too. I saw Nigella make it live at the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival last year Nigella is definitely my girl crush, as she is so beautiful and gracious in person.
ReplyDeleteThis is just giving me more of a reason to invest in a nice food processor!! Looks just delicious - and so fluffy and perfect at the end! I bet it made your kitchen smell just lovely!
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