Pecan Maple Loaf Recipe π
Overview:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 254.9 per slice
Rating: βββββ
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking powder |
| 3/4 cup | Butter |
| 6 tbsp | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Pecans (chopped) |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1 | Lemon (zest of) |
| 1/4 cup | Maple syrup |
| 5 cups | Icing sugar |
| 6 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 1/2 cup | Pecans (chopped, for topping) |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to the desired temperature and grease& line the base of a 9×5 loaf pan with baking/parchment paper.
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In a bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together.
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Cut the butter into the flour mixture and mix until the texture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
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Add the sugar and chopped pecans to the flour mixture, and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs together with milk and lemon zest.
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Stir in the maple syrup into the egg mixture.
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Combine the egg mixture with the flour mixture and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be lumpy.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, and smooth out the surface.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the cake is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes.
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After cooling, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the icing: In a small bowl, sift the icing sugar and stir in the lemon juice until smooth.
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Drizzle the icing over the cooled loaf, then sprinkle the chopped pecans over the icing.
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Allow the icing to set, then slice and serve.
Enjoy this delightful Pecan Maple Loaf with its rich flavor and crunchy pecan topping! It’s perfect for a cozy dessert or a sweet treat any time of day.
