Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 cups fresh or frozen maple-flavored pecans, chopped
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the peanut butter and butter until smooth. Add the sugars and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Add the maple syrup and stir.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into a greased sheet cake pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before frosting.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: approx. 450kcal (Based on ingredients list)
Fat: approx. 25g
Carbohydrates: approx. 50g
Protein: approx. 8g
Note: Actual nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used and preparation technique.
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and moist texture due to the combination of peanut butter and maple flavors.
- Unique flavor profile with a sweet and savory balance from the peanut butter and maple syrup.
- Decadent frosting and pecans add a crunchy, sweet contrast to the cake.
User Comments:
- "This is an amazing combination of flavors! The maple and peanut butter are a perfect match."
- "The cake was so moist and delicious, especially with the frosting."
- "I love how unique this dish is. It's not often you find maple and peanut butter together in a dessert."
- "The pecans added a nice crunch to the cake."
- "This is a great dish for a special occasion or any gathering."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature eggs and butter for best results in creaming and mixing.
- Use pure maple syrup for best flavor results.
- Adjust the amount of frosting based on preference for a richer or lighter dessert.
