Pecan cake with maple syrup
Recipe for a simple and quick pecan and maple syrup cake
Today I invite you to try a sensational and very quick pecan cake with maple syrup. It’s a simple and delicious bake that you can prepare without using a mixer. Delicate, moist cake, crunchy pecans, and aromatic maple syrup create an exceptionally tasty combination. If you like nut cakes, be sure to try this easy recipe for pecan cake with maple syrup – perfect for afternoon coffee and weekend gatherings by the grill and beyond!
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Pecan cake with maple syrup recipe step by step
If you like quick and easy spoon-mixed cakes, and you’re looking for a cake idea with a slightly autumnal character, then you absolutely must try this recipe and save it for later!
Pecan cake with maple syrup recipe with video
Wyposażenie
- Baking pan approximately 27/10 cm in size.
Składniki
Ingredients for pecan cake with maple syrup
- 200 g butter
- 150 g sugar (I used cane sugar – ¾ cup)
- 75 g maple syrup (¼ cup)
- 3 eggs (size L)
- 120 ml milk
- 270 g wheat flour (1¾ cups)
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- approx 100 g pecan nuts (1 cup)
Instrukcja
How to make pecan cake step by step
Step 1 – preparations
- Transfer the butter to a saucepan and heat on the stove.200 g butter
- Heat it until the butter melts, turns a light brown color, and darker specks appear – then remove the saucepan from the heat and let the butter cool slightly.
- Turn on the oven to 180℃ (top/bottom heat mode) or 170℃ (fan-assisted).
- Line the baking pan with baking paper or grease with butter and dust with flour.
- Chop the pecan nuts.approx 100 g pecan nuts
Step 2 – preparing the batter
- Transfer the wet ingredients for the cake (without butter) and sugar to a large bowl – mix them with a kitchen whisk.150 g sugar, 75 g maple syrup, 3 eggs, 120 ml milk
- Add the cooled butter to the bowl and mix.
- Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt and add them to the bowl with the wet ingredients.270 g wheat flour, 1.5 teaspoons baking powder, 0.5 teaspoon salt
- Add the chopped nuts to the batter and mix.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
Step 3 – baking the cake
- Place the pan with the cake in the preheated oven and bake for about an hour until a dry skewer comes out clean.
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Why bake such a pecan nut cake?
I found the recipe for my cake today from Sue from The View from Great Island blog, and I was captivated by its simplicity of execution and ingredients. I happened to have a bag of pecans and maple syrup at home, so I baked this cake for us. Preparation only takes a few moments of mixing, and then you can bake the cake. If you want to enhance the cake’s aroma even more, you can gently toast the nuts in a dry pan beforehand. This will bring out their flavor even more.
What ingredients are needed to prepare pecan cake?
To make this cake at home, you’ll only need a few very basic ingredients. Below I list the products I used and possible substitutes.
- pecans – you can get them in every Lidl and probably also in Biedronka, as well as in larger stores; you can also substitute them with other nuts – e.g., walnuts or hazelnuts
- maple syrup – I bought mine once at Lidl, but it recently stopped being a regular item, though it appeared in Biedronka; if you can’t find maple syrup anywhere, use a cup of sugar instead for the cake – that is, 200g of sugar; you can also use honey or agave syrup instead of maple syrup
- butter – I used extra butter with 82% fat content, and that will be the best
- sugar – I added brown sugar to the cake, which for me has a better taste than regular sugar, but you can also use white sugar
Do I need to make browned butter for the cake?
You don’t have to make browned butter if you don’t have time or are afraid of burning it too much. However, browned butter acquires a slightly nutty flavor that then “boosts” the taste of the cake. That’s why it’s worth preparing it here.
How to decorate pecan cake with maple syrup?
After the cake had completely cooled, I drizzled it with a glaze made with maple syrup. If you want to prepare such a glaze, mix 100g of powdered sugar (2/3 cup) with a tablespoon of maple syrup and a little milk – add milk spoon by spoon and mix until you get a slightly runny glaze. Spread this glaze over the top of the cake.
I additionally decorated my cake with pecans in caramel :)
I hope this simple pecan cake with maple syrup will appeal to you and become a staple in your home. If you like aromatic, moist nut cakes, be sure to try this recipe and let me know in the comments how you liked it!
And if you’re looking for more proven ideas for delicious homemade baked goods, check out the other recipes on the Wypieki Beaty blog. You can also download my recipe app for your phone – you’ll find plenty of my tested blog recipes that you can always have at hand.
Bake this cake and be sure to share it with your loved ones! And for more sweet inspirations, I invite you to the blog and my app :)
Most frequent question – FAQ
How to store pecan cake?
The cake is best stored in an airtight container or covered, at room temperature. This way it will remain pleasantly moist and fresh. The cake will then retain its freshness and softness for up to a week.
Can pecan cake with maple syrup be frozen?
Yes, the cake can be frozen – for up to about 3 months. It’s best to cut it into portions beforehand, wrap it tightly, and store it in the freezer. Thaw it thoroughly before serving.
What to serve with pecan nut cake?
Pecan cake tastes great on its own, but you can also serve it with a dollop of whipped cream, natural yogurt, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s also a great cake for autumn and winter days, served with a warming tea.
Recommended Nut Cake Recipes
Be sure to also check out my other recipes for delicious baked cakes with various nuts and in different forms. Here I recommend three such recipes, and many more on the blog.
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