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A sumptuious cake to enjoy with friends and hot tea on a cold winter afternoon. Serves: 8-10 people Preparation time: 30 minutes Utensils: Blender, mixing bowl, baking pan, strainer or sifter Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups whole-wheat pastry flour 2 cups unbleached white flour 1 1/4 cups grain coffee 2 tablespoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup apple juice 1 cup soy milk 1 cup corn oil 1 cup maple syrup 1 tablespoon vanilla essence 3/4 cup chopped walnuts orange slices Preparation: - Pre-heat the oven at 350 degrees. Sift the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Place the wet ingredients in a blender. Blend to a smooth cream.
- Gently whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients to form a smooth batter. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour into an oil baking pan. Bake in the oven for about 45 minutes or until the cake shrinks away from the sides of the pan.
- Test the middle by inserting a fork or chopstick. If they come clean and dry, the cake is ready.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool a little before removing from the pan.
- Decorate with cashew cream , orange slices and toasted walnuts.
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