Molasses Cake With Maple-Sugared Pecans Recipe

Name: Molasses Cake With Maple-Sugared Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: MAPLE-SUGARED PECANS; 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil*; 2 cups raw pecans; 2 tablespoons maple sugar*; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; CAKE; 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup melted coconut oil, divided; 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 teaspoons cardamom; 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 1/4 cups maple sugar or raw cane sugar; 2 cups unsweetened soy or rice milk; 1 cup unsulfured molasses (not blackstrap); 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; About 2 tsp. powdered sugar

Servings: persons

MAPLE-SUGARED PECANS
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil*
2 cups raw pecans
2 tablespoons maple sugar*
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
CAKE
2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup melted coconut oil, divided
1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cardamom
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/4 cups maple sugar or raw cane sugar
2 cups unsweetened soy or rice milk
1 cup unsulfured molasses (not blackstrap)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
About 2 tsp. powdered sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Heat the coconut oil by setting it on top of the stove while it's preheating. The warmth will soften it so you can measure it. You can also set the jar in a pot of simmering water, which is faster.
2
Spread pecans on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a frying pan; add coconut oil, maple sugar, and sea salt; and stir to coat nuts. Cook over medium heat, until nuts smell toasted and coating is caramelized, about 5 minutes. Spread nuts on parchment paper, separating slightly, to cool. Chop 1 cup nuts.
3
Grease a 10-cup Bundt pan with 2 tbsp. coconut oil. Sift flours, baking soda, and spices together into a large mixing bowl. Add maple sugar, stirring to blend.
4
Mix soy milk, molasses, 3/4 cup coconut oil, and the vinegar in another bowl. Stir wet ingredients into the dry, mixing to combine (a few lumps are okay). Fold in reserved chopped nuts.
5
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick stuck in center comes out clean, about 1 hour.
6
Let cake cool 15 minutes in the pan, then invert onto a cooling rack. When cool, dust with powdered sugar. Serve with more nuts on the side.
7
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1447

kcal

Calories

Fat

222

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: MAPLE-SUGARED PECANS, 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil*, 2 cups raw pecans, 2 tablespoons maple sugar*, and more.

Yes, Molasses Cake With Maple-Sugared Pecans 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.

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Molasses Cake With Maple-Sugared Pecans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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