Apple Cake With Maple Frosting Recipe

Name: Apple Cake With Maple Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 3 large eggs, at room temperature; 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature; 2 cups diced peeled, granny smith apples; 1/2 cup nuts (optional); for frosting; 1 cup pure maple syrup; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
2 cups diced peeled, granny smith apples
1/2 cup nuts (optional)
for frosting
1 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Butter the bottom and sides of 9x13 inch baking pan.
3
Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and other spices including salt and set aside.
4
In a large bowl combine the butter and granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time.
5
Using a rubber spatula gently fold in one third of flour mixture until fully incorporated. Gently, or the cake will be tough. Fold in 1/2 the buttermilk. another 1/3 of flour, then remaining buttermilk continuing to fold gently after each addition. Add remaining flour, apples the apples and nuts, if using.
6
Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes, watch closely DO NOT OVER BAKE.
7
Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 20 minutes.
8
To make the frosting, simmer the maple syrup in a sauce pan until it reduces by half, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and add butter. Stir until incorporated and add vanilla and cream. Stir powdered sugar into mixture and beat with a wire whisk until smooth. Let it cool completely before pouring over the cooled cake.

1844

kcal

Calories

Fat

257

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Apple Cake With Maple Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Apple Cake With Maple Frosting

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