Chocolate Walnut Filled Cake

Directions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Grease and flour a 3 quart size tube pan.

For the Cake: Combine dry ingredients and sift into a bowl.

Add remaining ingredients and beat until smooth and creamy.

Pour into prepared pan.

To make the filling: Combine all ingredients in a bowl mixing with a fork until well blended.

Spoon in a ring over center of chocolate layer being careful not to touch sides of pan with filling mixture.

Bake for 35 minute or until tester comes out clean.

Cool in pan for 20 to 25 minutes, invert onto plate or rack and let cool completely.

Frost with a glaze if desired.