Maple Glazed Gingerbread Delight

French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread Recipe 🍁🎂

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 1 cake

Description:

Indulge in the rich flavors of French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread, a delightful dessert perfect for Christmas gatherings or any occasion! This recipe combines the warm spices of gingerbread with the sweet essence of maple syrup, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a luscious maple frosting and crunchy walnuts, it’s a treat that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients:

• 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 egg
• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup butter
• 4 tbsp bacon fat
• 2-3 cups icing sugar
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 cup sour cream
• Chopped walnuts for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg until foamy. Gradually add in the pure maple syrup, sour cream, and either butter or bacon fat, beating until well combined.

4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating until everything is well blended and a smooth batter forms.

5. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased and lightly floured 11 x 7 x 1 1/2 inch baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake pulls away from the sides of the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

7. Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine the icing sugar, butter, maple syrup, and sour cream. Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth, creamy, and of spreading consistency.

8. Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, generously spread the frosting over the top. You can create decorative swirls with the frosting for an elegant touch.

9. Garnish: Sprinkle the frosted cake with chopped walnuts to add a delightful crunch and extra flavor.

10. Serve: Slice the French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread and serve it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a truly indulgent treat.

11. Enjoy: Share this delectable dessert with friends and family, savoring each bite of its rich, maple-infused goodness.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 4128.6
• Fat: 124.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 73.7g
• Cholesterol: 495mg
• Sodium: 3350.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 722.7g
  • Fiber: 8.2g
  • Sugar: 471g
• Protein: 42.5g

Notes:

• This French Canadian Frosted Maple Gingerbread is a wonderful addition to holiday dessert tables or any special occasion.
• Experiment with different frosting designs and decorations to make it your own masterpiece.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to several days, though it’s likely to disappear quickly!