MAPLE PECAN CAKE

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When preparing to enter a baking contest many years ago, I kept fine-tuning this recipe until it was just right. My determination paid off...I was first runner-up! Chocolate frosting enhances the maple-nut flavor of the cake.-Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1-1/2 ounces semisweet chocolate, grated
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, maple syrup, water and maple flavoring. Add to dry ingredients; beat until well blended. In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Fold in pecans and chocolate., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. For frosting, in a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Pour into a large bowl; beat in the confectioners' sugar, milk and maple syrup. Frost cake; press pecans onto the top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts :

Thandeka Ngilande
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still really good.


Junior Arenas
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I love this cake! The maple flavor is so rich and decadent, and the pecans add a nice crunch. The frosting is also delicious and creamy.


DkNur AinaAriisya
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times for different occasions and it's always a hit.


Badhon Kumar
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Ivy Wilkins
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.


Md Habib
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I've never been a big fan of maple, but this cake changed my mind. The maple flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the pecans add a nice crunch. The frosting is also delicious.


rukaiya aliyu
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This cake is delicious! The maple flavor is perfect and the pecans add a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


froggy korea
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the maple flavor and the pecans added a nice touch.


Avery Vann
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.


Kal alasle
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I'm not a big fan of maple, but I thought this cake was still really good. The pecans added a nice crunch and the frosting was delicious.


SANJITA SIMRAN
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was the perfect combination of sweet and nutty.


Mianumair sarwar
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


Ali Raza nahra
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the maple frosting!


Davison Mbangweta
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Easy to follow recipe. Cake turned out great!


Mohd Muzammil
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The maple flavor is subtle but present, and the pecans add a nice crunch. The frosting is rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the cake.


Randell Cole
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This maple pecan cake was a hit at my party! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the maple frosting was the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake.