This Traditional Mexican Wedding Cake is a delightful treat often found at celebrations. It’s a tender, moist cake that melts in your mouth, making it the perfect dessert to share with loved ones. This recipe is not just for weddings; it’s perfect for any gathering where you want to impress your guests with a unique and delicious dessert.
Imagine layers of rich, buttery cake combined with a light, fluffy frosting. The taste is a delightful balance of sweet and nutty, enhanced by the subtle hint of cinnamon. It’s a cake that brings warmth and joy to any occasion.
Deliciously Sweet Mexican Wedding Cake
This Mexican Wedding Cake is a soft, buttery cake made with finely chopped nuts and a hint of vanilla. It’s generously coated in a sweet powder sugar icing, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Each bite offers a tender crumb and a nutty flavor, making it an irresistible choice for celebrations or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Nuts: Gently fold in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost: Once cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting or powdered sugar over the top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides as desired. Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
