APPLE CAKE WITH MAPLE FROSTING

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Make and share this Apple Cake With Maple Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kinwart

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

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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

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350.
Butter the bottom and sides of 9x13 inch baking pan.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and other spices including salt and set aside.
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.
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.
Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes, watch closely DO NOT OVER BAKE.
Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 20 minutes.
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.

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Kamran Siddiqe

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This cake is so good! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of apples and maple.

Scola Lihana

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I'm not a big fan of apple cake, but this one was actually really good. The maple frosting was especially delicious.

Hala Ahmed

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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake that's perfect for any occasion.

samih popal

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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great. It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness.

Derek Franklin

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I love that this recipe uses fresh apples. It gives the cake a really nice flavor. I also like that the frosting is made with maple syrup instead of sugar.

md sujon md sujon

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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.

Cat Clements

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I was a bit skeptical about the maple frosting, but it was actually really good. It's not too sweet and it pairs well with the apple cake.

Jui Akter

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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. I love the combination of apples and maple. It's the perfect fall dessert.

Muzammal Hussain

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I love this recipe! The cake is always moist and delicious, and the maple frosting is the perfect finishing touch.

Amogelang Pholwana

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This cake is super easy to make and it turned out perfect! The maple frosting is amazing. I will definitely be making this cake again.

md Khorsad

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This apple cake was delicious. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the maple frosting was a perfect complement. I would highly recommend this recipe.

Bereket Mihiret

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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, especially the maple frosting. I will definitely be making this cake again.