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Walnut raisin cake
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Walnut raisin cake (60 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.4 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 10.8 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Walnut raisin cake is a home-style cake made with raisins and pieces of walnut folded into a sweet batter. It has no single place of origin; versions of this familiar bake turn up in home kitchens in many countries, with the nuts and fruit giving a simple cake extra texture and sweetness.
The crumb is soft and moist, while the walnuts add a gentle crunch and the raisins little pockets of sweetness. Serve a slice with tea or coffee, as an afternoon treat or a casual dessert. With its flour-based batter, dried fruit and nuts, it is an energy-dense sweet; a 100 g portion provides 390 calories. A smaller slice alongside fresh fruit makes a more modest serving.
Selected: 100 g
390
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
49g
· 18% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B5
0.35mg · 7% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 390 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.4:1).
Walnut raisin cake is made by mixing eggs and sugar with the wet ingredients, then folding in flour and raising agent, followed by chopped walnuts and raisins. Transfer the batter to a prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven until the centre is set.
To stop raisins sinking in walnut raisin cake, dry them well and toss them lightly with flour before adding them. Fold them in at the end, and avoid a batter that is unusually runny; heavy fruit drops more easily through thin batter.
Walnut raisin cake can turn dense if the batter is overmixed after adding flour, the raising agent is stale, or the walnuts and raisins are packed into too little batter. Mix just until combined and distribute the add-ins evenly through the batter.
No, you do not need to soak raisins for walnut raisin cake. If they are very dry, soaking briefly can soften them, but drain and pat them thoroughly dry before mixing them in so they do not add excess moisture to the cake.
Yes, oil can replace melted butter in many walnut raisin cake recipes, and it often keeps the crumb soft after cooling. Use a recipe designed for oil or follow its stated substitution, since butter and oil do not contribute the same amount of moisture.
Store walnut raisin cake in an airtight container once it has cooled completely. Keep it in a cool, dry place for a few days; refrigerate it if your kitchen is warm or the cake is especially moist, then let slices come to room temperature before serving.
Yes, walnut raisin cake freezes well. Wrap cooled slices individually, place them in a freezer-safe airtight container, and thaw a slice at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Individual wrapping makes it easier to take out only what you plan to eat.
Cinnamon, orange zest, or a little vanilla all complement the walnuts and raisins in walnut raisin cake. Add only one or two so the fruit and nut flavours remain clear; finely grated citrus zest works especially well in the batter.
Walnut raisin cake pairs well with tea, coffee, or a spoonful of plain yogurt. Fresh fruit is another good choice if you want a lighter accompaniment; the cake is already sweet, so a sugary frosting or sauce is usually unnecessary.
Yes, walnut raisin cake can be made without eggs using a recipe formulated with an egg substitute, such as mashed banana or a commercial baking replacer. These alternatives change the crumb and flavour, so simply omitting the eggs from a standard recipe will not work.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.