Maple Nut Cake
A moist, golden cake infused with the deep, earthy sweetness of pure maple syrup and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts.
Ingredients
- •1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (190g)
- •1 teaspoon baking powder
- •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (115g)
- •1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed (100g)
- •1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- •2 large eggs, room temperature
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1/2 cup sour cream (120ml)
- •3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (85g)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the maple syrup and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- 6
Gently fold in the toasted walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Chef tips
- For a deeper flavor, toast your walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant before adding to the batter.
- If you want to make this pareve, substitute the butter with a high-quality vegan butter stick and the sour cream with a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze individual slices for up to a month.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cake should have a deep golden-brown crust, a tender and moist crumb, and a warm, comforting aroma of toasted nuts and caramelized maple syrup.