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Deliciously Simple Castel Walnut Bread

Deliciously Simple Castel Walnut Bread

Discover the magic of Deliciously Simple Castel Walnut Bread. A rustic treat with creamy texture and nutty crunch. Perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g cottage cheese
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 90 g butter, at room temperature
  • 6 eggs, separated into yolks and whites
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup wheat flour
  • to taste minced walnuts
  • to taste raisins
  • to coat ground bread

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Loaf pan
  • Spatula
  • Toothpick or skewer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease your loaf pan, sprinkling ground bread over it.
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cottage cheese, sugar, and butter until smooth and creamy.
  1. Add the egg yolks one by one, beating well after each addition.
  1. Sift the wheat flour and baking powder into the bowl and gently fold them in.
  1. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until they form stiff peaks and gently fold them into the batter.
  1. Fold in minced walnuts and raisins carefully.
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared mold and smooth the top with a spatula.
  1. Bake for about an hour, until a toothpick comes out clean, rotating the pan halfway through.
  1. Allow the bread to cool completely before unmolding and slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before adding them to the batter. Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze individual slices for longer storage. Avoid overmixing the batter and ensure the bread cools completely for optimal texture.
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