This post is sponsored by Fisher. All comments and opinions are my own.
The holiday season is in full swing. If you are like me, you are probably making a plan on what delicious treats you’ll be baking and sharing with loved ones.
If you are looking for a way to impress your holiday guests, grab some Fisher Walnuts and dazzle your guests with a homemade chocolate layer cake. Tender chocolatey layers are studded with Fisher Walnuts and enrobed in a delectable caramel buttercream frosting. It’s the perfect addition to your holiday menu!
Chocolate Walnut Cake with Dulce de Leche Frosting
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp instant espresso
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 3 cups Fisher® Walnut Halves and Pieces, coarsely chopped, divided
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 2/3 cups powdered sugar
- 2/3 cup prepared dulce de leche
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
Cake
- Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray and line bottoms with parchment paper. Coat parchment with cooking spray.
- Whisk flour, granulated sugar, cocoa, espresso, baking soda, baking powder and salt in large bowl until blended.
- Place eggs, buttermilk, sour cream, oil, butter and vanilla in large bowl. Beat with electric mixer on medium-high speed 30 seconds or until combined. Scrape bowl. Add water and flour mixture. Beat on medium speed 30 seconds or just until combined, scraping bowl occasionally. Do not overmix. Gently fold in 1-1/2 cups Fisher® Walnuts using rubber spatula. Divide batter between pans.
- Bake 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cakes completely in pans on wire rack. Remove cakes from pans.
Frosting
- Place butter and powdered sugar in large bowl. Beat with electric mixer on medium-high speed 1 min. Add dulce de leche, vanilla and salt; beat on medium-high speed 90 seconds or until smooth and fluffy, scraping bowl as needed.
- To assemble, place 1 cake layer on cake stand or serving platter. Spread half the frosting over top of cake. Top with 3/4 cup of the remaining nuts and second cake layer. Spread remaining frosting over top of cake and sprinkle with remaining nuts.
What better way to elevate your holiday baking than with delicious Fisher Nuts?
Fisher Nuts are renowned for their exceptional quality and taste. All of their nuts are harvested at the peak of freshness, ensuring that you get the most flavor in every bite. Whether you prefer the rich, buttery taste of pecans, the crunchy texture of walnuts, or the versatile almond, Fisher has you covered.
Publix has a big selection of nuts to choose from so you’ll have exactly what you need for all your holiday dishes. Visit the baking aisle and stock up on tasty nuts for every occasion.
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Pecan Halves 10 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Chopped Pecans 10 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Toasted Finely Chopped Pecans 10 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Chopped Pecans 16 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Chopped Walnuts 10 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Walnuts Halves & Pieces 10 oz
- Fisher Chef’s Naturals Slivered Almonds 10 oz
Add a nutritious, crunchy, and nutty accent to your favorite dishes with Fisher Nuts. Whether you’re baking, adding flavor to salads, or topping off your desserts, these nuts are the ideal ingredient.
Fisher has been providing quality taste since 1920. So this holiday season, elevate your baking game and impress your guests with the finest ingredients. Choose Fisher Nuts and experience the difference that quality makes.
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