Hungarian Walnut Lemon Torte

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 6 large eggs, separated
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup finely ground walnuts
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• Pinch of salt

For the Lemon Cream

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish

• Ground walnuts
• Lemon zest
• Powdered sugar