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Walnut Loaf with Coffee Frosting

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1 hr + 45 min

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This scrumptious loaf combines the nutty richness of walnuts with a perfectly moist crumb, all topped off with a luscious coffee frosting that adds a delightful kick. Perfect to pair with a cup of coffee or tea.

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Total

1 hr + 45 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Cool

40 min

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Alicia - Nov. 28, 2025, 9:40 p.m.

That icing with the crunchy and sweet nuts on top was sooooo decadent. Perfect with the cake since it wasn’t very sweet. My 9 year old loved it too.

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Carla Poot - Oct. 5, 2025, 6:45 p.m.

Delicious. Skipped the icing this time to reduce the calories and sugar. Even without the loaf is delicious. The nuts inside make it extra yum. This is a keeper.

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Meenakshi Shinde - July 16, 2025, 5:37 p.m.

Question: how not to overmix? I mean how to mix so that it doesn't get overmixed? How many times I should run spatula through mixture? Is it okay that few bits of flour looked dry ?

PUL small logo PUL Team - July 16, 2025, 6:03 p.m.

Hi Meenakshi, it's a great question! The number of turns is hard to say as it depends on your technique. Essentially, gently fold the batter using a spatula and when you can't see streaks of flour anymore, you're good to stop. A very few small dry spots are okay, they’ll hydrate during baking and help keep the crumb tender. Happy baking! ☺️

Preethi - July 16, 2025, 11:29 p.m.

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Charlotte - June 2, 2025, 9:41 p.m.

The candied walnuts were everything!!! Not to be missed! I used GF oat flour to make it GF and it worked a treat.

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Anna - May 30, 2025, 9:20 p.m.

Incredibly delicious! Made it for my 25th birthday and the candied walnuts stole the show!! I can never make frosting stay together and firm though so would appreciate some tips!

PUL small logo PUL Team - May 31, 2025, 3:49 p.m.

Hey Anna, aw happy 25th birthday 🥳 The candied walnuts really are a game-changer aren't they? For firmer frosting, it can help to chill the vegan butter slightly before whipping, and gradually add the powdered sugar to help it hold its shape better. The brand of butter used can also impact it significantly, some have a higher water content, and others a higher fat content. In case it helps, we use the Violife brand and it works like a charm. Icing can also vary from brand to brand, so feel free to add more or less as needed until you get the right texture. Lastly, make sure the cake is fully cooled before frosting. Even a little warmth can cause it to slide or soften! Hope this helps for now 🫶

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Tessa Stevens - April 14, 2025, 9:02 p.m.

Dear PUL team, I’d like to make muffins of this recipe - do you know how I can adjust the oven time?

PUL small logo PUL Team - April 14, 2025, 10:55 p.m.

Hey Tessa! We haven't tried, although if we were to guess, perhaps you can reduce the bake time to around 20 - 25 minutes at 350°F (180°C), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on them after the 15 to 20-minute mark just to be safe. Happy baking✨

Tessa Stevens - April 15, 2025, 8:07 p.m.

Many thanks for your reply🧁!

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Marta - March 21, 2025, 9:54 a.m.

What can I replace applesauce with? I don't have access to it

PUL small logo PUL Team - March 21, 2025, 3:28 p.m.

Hey Marta! We haven't tried, although perhaps you could use equal amount of mashed banana. Let us know if you test it out 🤗

Michaela Neofitova - May 25, 2025, 10:35 a.m.

I tested it out with banana and it worked perfectly! We loved itttt 😍😍😍

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Louise - March 19, 2025, 11:45 p.m.

This was very delicious! The mocha and walnut complement each other very well.

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Joana Miranda - Feb. 27, 2025, 9:33 a.m.

Delicious cake, my friends and family loved it. Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe 🥰

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Kira - Feb. 20, 2025, 6:11 a.m.

I don't like the taste of coffee. Can I substitute the coffee by anything else?

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Laura Baron - Jan. 7, 2025, 4:03 a.m.

Everyone loved it, it was so delicious that my family ask me to do it again bc it was so yummy

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Johanna - Dec. 29, 2024, 9:06 a.m.

Do you use real coffee powder or instant coffee powder? Thanks :)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 31, 2024, 6:42 p.m.

Hi Johanna! Espresso powder is a bit different from coffee powder and instant coffee. It’s finely ground, super concentrated, and has a deeper, richer flavour. That said, feel free to experiment with coffee powder or instant coffee if you’d like, it should still work 🫶✨

Martina - March 20, 2025, 10:02 a.m.

Dear PUL Team, I also have a follow-up question on this comment: if using instant coffee granules, would you recommend grinding them (for example with a spice grinder) to obtain a sort of similar consistency as espresso powder or is it fine to just use them as they are? Thank you! :)

PUL small logo PUL Team - March 20, 2025, 3:10 p.m.

Hi Martina! You can use the instant coffee granules as they are, but grinding them into a finer consistency could help them dissolve more evenly and blend better into the batter and frosting 🤗

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Aileen - Dec. 29, 2024, 3:08 a.m.

Delicious! I made this into a pecan cake instead as we all prefer pecans over walnuts as a family. It was incredible! I’d love to remake it with the intended walnuts some day.

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Devon - Dec. 28, 2024, 12:28 p.m.

Incredible flavour! The coffee-taste is not too strong, it tastes like soft caramelly mocha. I had too little frosting or I had piped it on too thickly, as I managed to cover 3/4ths of the cake. It was delicious and simple to make nevertheless.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 28, 2024, 5:36 p.m.

We're so happy you loved it, Devon! Thanks for sharing your experience with the loaf 🤗

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