Buttermilk Maple Spice Cake Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this irresistible Buttermilk Maple Spice Cake! Made with real Grade B maple syrup for a rich, deep flavor, this recipe is a healthful twist on a classic. The buttermilk creates a tender crumb, perfectly complemented by a blend of aromatic spices. Enjoy it frosted or unfrosted – either way, it's a delightful treat any time of year. Adapted from a maple syrup cookbook by Ken Haedrich. #ButtermilkCake #MapleSpiceCake #FallBaking #HealthyBaking #GlutenFreeOption

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 221.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Buttermilk Maple Spice Cake

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How to Make Buttermilk Maple Spice Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup Grade B maple syrup, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup molasses until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Frost as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

7g

Carbs

10g

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