Description
A warm and comforting Maple Streusel Cake, infused with rich maple syrup and topped with crunchy streusel, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and maple syrup.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, oats, and nuts to create the streusel topping.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the streusel on top, then add remaining batter and top with remaining streusel.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serve with coffee or tea.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality maple syrup and ensure butter is softened before mixing. Do not overmix the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, maple syrup, streusel, easy baking