Maple Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake
The Maple Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake is a delightful harmony of flavors inspired by the comforting aroma of fall. This cake combines the warmth of cinnamon with the rich, sweet notes of maple syrup to create a luscious, moist pound cake that's perfect for any special occasion. Its unique swirl pattern brings a touch of elegance and visual appeal, enhancing both taste and presentation.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- ½ cup whole milk room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Swirl Mixture:
- ⅓ cup maple syrup pure
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add sifted flour to the mixture, alternating with milk. Begin and end with flour, mixing until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the maple syrup and cinnamon to create the swirl mixture.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle half of the swirl mixture over the batter and use a spatula to gently swirl it through. Repeat with the remaining batter and swirl mixture.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a deeper maple flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of maple extract to the cake batter.
- For nutty notes, you may fold in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter.
Nutrition
Calories: 437kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 6gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 37mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 1gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 697IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 2mg
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