Maple Celebration Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This maple celebration cake is one of my go to recipes whenever I want something special but don't have hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just an hour from start to finish, and honestly, the ingredient list is so simple you probably have most of it on hand already. What I love most is that the maple syrup isn't just delicious, it also gives you natural antioxidants and minerals that refined sugar doesn't offer. The walnuts add a wonderful texture and richness, plus they're packed with omega 3s. Trust me, once you taste how moist and tender this cake turns out, it'll become your new favorite for any occasion worth celebrating.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 100unsalted butter, softened
- 120 mlmaple syrup
- 3large eggs
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 5 mlvanilla extract
- 100chopped walnuts
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 20 gconfectioners' sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease two 20cm round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a digital thermometer for precise temperature control.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to incorporate air and ensure even baking.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for the best results, and scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the heavy cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat just until combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
- 5
Fold in the chopped walnuts and confectioners' sugar. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula to gently fold in the walnuts and confectioners' sugar.
- 6
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
Tip: Rotate the pans halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Don't skip this step, as the cakes will crack if removed too soon.
- 8
Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread with a layer of whipped cream or maple syrup glaze. Top with the second layer and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Tip: Get creative with your glaze or frosting – it's the perfect finishing touch for this celebration cake!
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