Best 8 Entenmanns Maple Walnut Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Entenmann's Maple Walnut Cake, a classic dessert that tantalizes taste buds with its moist and fluffy texture, complemented by a rich maple glaze and crunchy walnut pieces. This iconic cake is a beloved treat that brings back fond memories for many. Our collection of recipes aims to capture the essence of this timeless dessert, offering a variety of options to satisfy any baker's desire. From a classic Entenmann's Maple Walnut Cake recipe that stays true to the original to creative variations that add a unique twist, these recipes cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to recreate the nostalgic flavors of Entenmann's cake or a novice seeking an easy-to-follow guide, our recipes provide a delightful culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE WALNUT CAKE



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This maple-flavored cake with candied walnuts honors beloved my grandpa, who made maple syrup when I was a child. This cake honors his memory and has proven to be a favorite with family and friends throughout the years. -Lori Fee, Middlesex, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon maple flavoring or maple syrup
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
CANDIED WALNUTS:
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
2 cups unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon maple flavoring or maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 to 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons maple syrup, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 3 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in maple flavoring. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating after each addition., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 11-13 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For candied walnuts, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; saute walnuts until toasted, about 5 minutes. Stir in maple syrup and salt; cook and stir 1 minute. Spread onto foil; cool completely., For frosting, beat butter until creamy. Beat in maple flavoring and salt. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and enough cream to reach desired consistency., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup candied walnuts and drizzle with 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Repeat layers., Top with remaining layer. Frost top and sides of cake. Top with remaining walnuts and syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 38g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MAPLE WALNUT CAKE WITH MAPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This Maple Walnut Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting is my way of welcoming in the best season of the year...it's 3 layers of fluffy maple cake with an irresistible maple buttercream.

Provided by Sue Moran

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
4 large eggs (at room temperature)
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp maple extract (or vanilla extract)
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups cake flour ( (you can use regular flour))
3/4 cup half and half (substitute whole milk or buttermilk)
1 cup crushed or finely chopped walnuts
16 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
1 tsp maple extract or vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt (omit if using salted butter)
1/3 cup maple syrup
4-5 cups confectioner's sugar (sifted)
18 walnut halves
1 cup finely crushed walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F Lightly grease 3 8-inch cake pans and add a round of parchment at the bottom of each. Note: if you only have 2 pans, bake the third layer after the first 2 have cooked.
  • Cream the brown sugar and butter together until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Don't skip this step, it helps make a light cake.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Then beat in the maple syrup and extract.
  • Turn the mixer to low speed and blend in the baking powder and salt. Then add the flour and half and half, alternately, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just to combine, don't over-mix. Fold in the crushed walnuts.
  • Fill your cake pans evenly with batter and smooth out the tops, if necessary. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the center is risen and springs back when lightly touched, and the cakes have just started to pull away ever so slightly from the sides of the pan. Let the cakes cool for 10-15 minutes before turning out and cooling completely on a rack.
  • To make the frosting, cream the cream cheese and butter until smooth, making sure there are no lumps. Beat in the maple syrup, extract, and salt.
  • Add sugar, in batches, until you get your desired consistency.
  • Generously frost the cooled cake and pat crushed walnuts along the outer edge. Arrange walnut halves on the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704 kcal, Carbohydrate 80 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 231 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 57 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MAPLE-WALNUT CAKE WITH BROWN-SUGAR FROSTING



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Walnuts add a nutty dimension to this rich, decadent dessert. This maple-walnut cake with brown sugar frosting is perfect for any fall occasion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pans
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
3/4 cup whole milk
1 cup chopped walnut halves, toasted
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly coat two 9-inch round cake pans (2 inches deep) with cooking spray. Line bottoms with parchment paper; lightly coat parchment with cooking spray. Flour parchment and sides (tapping out excess); set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar on high until light and fluffy, 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, scraping down bowl as needed. With mixer on medium-high, add maple syrup in a slow, steady stream. Add flour mixture in 2 additions, alternating with milk, beating well after each addition and scraping down bowl as needed. Fold in walnuts.
  • Divide batter between pans; firmly tap pans on a flat surface several times to remove air bubbles. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of a cake comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cakes cool in pans on wire racks, 15 minutes, then invert onto racks; peel off parchment. Invert cakes again and let cool completely on racks. With a serrated knife, trim domed top from each cake to make a flat surface.
  • Make frosting: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar on high until light and fluffy, 5 minutes. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Assemble cake: Place one layer, top side up, on a cake stand or serving plate. Spread top evenly with 1 1/2 cups frosting. Top with second layer, top side down. Spread remaining frosting over top and around sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893 g, Fat 44 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 24 g

MAPLE-WALNUT CAKE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 large egg whites
1 1/4 cups granulated maple sugar
4 sticks unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, at room temperature
3/4 teaspoon maple extract
Basic Vanilla Cake, baked and cooled, recipe follows
2 5-ounce jars walnuts in syrup, drained, syrup reserved, plus more for decorating
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the pans
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the pans
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Make the frosting: Whisk the egg whites and maple sugar in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (do not let the bowl touch the water) until the mixture is warm and the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove the bowl from the pan and beat with a mixer on high speed until stiff, shiny peaks form, about 5 minutes. Beat in the butter a few pieces at a time, then continue beating until smooth. (Don't worry if the mixture looks separated at first; keep beating and it will come together.) Beat in the maple extract.
  • Assemble the cake: Poke holes all over the tops of the 2 cake layers using a toothpick. Spoon the reserved walnut syrup over the cakes, letting it soak into the holes.
  • Coarsely chop the walnuts. Transfer 1 cup frosting to a medium bowl; fold in the chopped nuts. Put 1 cake layer on a platter and spread the walnut frosting on top. Top with the second cake layer. Cover the whole cake with the remaining maple frosting. Decorate with more walnuts.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter two 9-inch-round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper; butter the parchment and dust the pans with flour, tapping out the excess.
  • Whisk 3 cups flour, the baking powder and salt in a bowl until combined. Beat 2 sticks butter and the sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to medium; beat in the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the bowl as needed. Beat in the vanilla. (The mixture may look separated at this point.)
  • Mix 1/2 cup water with the cream in a liquid measuring cup or bowl. Beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the cream mixture, beginning and ending with flour, until just smooth.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake until the cakes are lightly golden on top and the centers spring back when pressed, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to racks and let cool 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge of the pans and turn the cakes out onto the racks to cool completely. Remove the parchment. Trim the tops of the cakes with a long serrated knife to make them level, if desired.

MAPLE WALNUT CAKES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 1h27m

Yield 12 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups baking mix
1 egg
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/4 cup heavy cream
12 walnut halves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12 cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, measure out 2 cups of baking mix, and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together the egg, maple syrup, heavy cream, and vanilla. Add the wet ingredients to the baking mix and beat until well incorporated but not over mixed, about 1 minute. Gently stir in the chopped walnuts. Using an ice cream scoop, fill the muffin tins about 2/3 full. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 10 to 12 minutes. Cool for 1 minute before removing the cakes from the pan and cooling completely on a wire rack.
  • Glaze: Stir together the confectioners' sugar, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and heavy cream in a medium bowl. Whisk the mixture slowly until it becomes a thick but pourable mixture, adding more heavy cream as needed. Dip the cakes into the icing bowl to coat the top, and garnish each with a walnut half. Arrange them on a serving platter and serve.

MAPLE WALNUT LAYER CAKE WITH FLUFFY MAPLE FROSTING



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Here's a delicious twist on a vanilla cake Jennifer found in a vintage cookbook from 1954. The secret flavor is a hint of ginger. The frosting is a seven-minute icing made on the top of the stove. You must beat it continuously, but it's quick and easy, and the results are worth it!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 1 two-layer 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 3/4 cups self-rising flour
1/2 teaspoon ginger
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
3/4 cup hot water
2 egg whites
1/2 cup maple syrup
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon maple extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease and lightly flour two 9x2-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with waxed paper.
  • To make the cake: In a large bowl, sift together the flour and the ginger and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and the sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating until well combined. Beat in the maple syrup gradually. Add the flour mixture in thirds, alternating with the water, beating after each addition until smooth. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean.
  • Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely on wire rack.
  • To make the frosting: In the top of a double boiler, combine first five ingredients. Cook over boiling water, beating constantly on the medium-high speed of an electric mixer, until mixture stands in peaks (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the pot from heat. Add the vanilla and the maple extracts and continue beating 1 minute more until thick enough to spread.
  • When cake has cooled, ice between the layers. Sprinkle about 1/3 cup chopped walnuts over the frosting. Then ice top and sides of cake, sprinkling the top with the remaining chopped walnuts.

MOTHER'S WALNUT CAKE



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Even though Mother baked this tall, beautiful cake often when I was growing up, it was a real treat every time. I like the walnuts in the cake and the frosting. Mother frequently used black walnuts from our trees.-Helen Vail, Glenside, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups ground walnuts
FROSTING:
11 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
5 to 5-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, shortening and granulated sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk and vanilla. Beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in ground walnuts. , Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter. Add confectioners' sugar; mix well. Beat in vanilla until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 685 calories, Fat 35g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 86g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MAPLE WALNUT CHIFFON CAKE



Maple Walnut Chiffon Cake image

A delicious, light chiffon with a very Canadian taste. The butterscotch whipped cream frosting is to die for!

Provided by Kris Mitchell

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups pastry flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup lukewarm water
½ cup vegetable oil
5 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon maple-flavored extract
½ cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup egg whites
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 cup milk
2 cups whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together into a large bowl.
  • Make a well in the dry ingredients; place water, oil, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and maple extract into the well. Stir together with a wooden spoon, then beat until batter is smooth; stir in walnuts.
  • Place egg whites in a large glass or metal bowl. Sprinkle egg whites with cream of tartar; beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks.
  • Use a rubber spatula or wire whisk to fold 1/4 the beaten egg whites into the batter. Gently run the spatula through the center of the bowl, then around the sides of the bowl, repeating until fully incorporated; repeat folding with remaining egg whites, 1/4 at a time, folding just until incorporated. Turn the batter into an ungreased 9- or 10-inch tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to eliminate large air bubbles.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cake is golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Tip the pan upside down over a wire rack to cool, about 30 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of pan to remove the cake; cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Beat instant pudding and milk together in a bowl; fold in whipped cream. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.3 calories, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 141.9 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 747.6 mg, Sugar 49.2 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark maple syrup instead of regular maple syrup.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use two 8-inch round baking pans.
  • Be sure to grease and flour the baking pan before adding the batter, to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
  • For a creamier frosting, use softened butter instead of cold butter.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the frosting to balance out the sweetness.
  • If you want a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar.
  • Garnish the cake with chopped walnuts or maple leaves before serving.

Conclusion:

Entenmann's Maple Walnut Cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy cake layers, creamy maple frosting, and crunchy walnuts, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. The best part is that it is relatively easy to make, so you can enjoy this bakery-style cake at home. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, give this recipe a try.

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