This Maple Nut Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. Made with real maple syrup, walnuts, and pecans, this cake is moist and full of flavor. It's a great treat to enjoy during the Fall season or anytime you're craving a sweet and nutty dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and maple syrup.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the Maple Nut Cake topped with a drizzle of maple syrup and additional chopped nuts.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Maple syrup is a natural sweetener made from the sap of maple trees.
Walnuts and pecans add a rich, nutty flavor and crunchy texture to this cake.
Buttermilk helps keep the cake moist and tender.