Maple Chiffon Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This maple chiffon cake is one of my favorite go to recipes when I want something elegant but don't have all day in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table, which makes it perfect for unexpected guests or weeknight desserts. What I love most is how the pure Canadian maple syrup brings this subtle warmth and natural sweetness that feels so much more special than vanilla cake, and maple actually contains antioxidants that regular sugar doesn't have. Plus, it uses pantry staples you probably already have on hand, so there's nothing fancy or expensive about making it. The walnuts add a lovely nuttiness and some healthy fats too. Trust me, once you try this one, you'll be making it constantly.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150granulated sugar
- 120unsalted butter, softened
- 3large eggs
- 50pure canadian maple syrup
- 5baking powder
- 2salt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 120 mlwhole milk
- 20confectioners' sugar
- 50unsalted chopped walnuts(optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 20cm round cake pan.
Tip: For a smooth cake, make sure to grease the pan thoroughly.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisking dry ingredients ensures a light and even crumb.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Whisking the wet ingredients incorporates air and helps to create a light cake.
- 4
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
Tip: Adding dry ingredients slowly helps to prevent overmixing.
- 5
Pour in the milk, whisking until just combined.
Tip: Adding milk helps to create a moist and tender crumb.
- 6
Melt the maple syrup and whisk it into the batter.
Tip: The maple syrup adds a rich and distinct flavor to the cake.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Tip: Make sure to pour the batter smoothly and evenly.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Baking time may vary depending on the cake's size and oven temperature.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Letting the cake cool in the pan helps to prevent it from breaking.
- 10
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Cooling the cake completely helps to set its texture and structure.
- 11
Once the cake is cool, dust it with confectioners' sugar and top with chopped walnuts if desired.
Tip: The confectioners' sugar adds a sweet and elegant touch to the cake.
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