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Maple Walnut Coffee Cake

Moist Maple Walnut Coffee Cake for Cozy Fall Mornings

This Moist Maple Walnut Coffee Cake is perfect for cozy fall mornings, offering the warm flavors of maple and walnuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a similar flavor profile.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup California Walnuts Substitute with pecans for a different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Omit if preferred or substitute with nutmeg.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use vegetable oil or coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Use agave nectar as a substitute.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with olive oil or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 Large Eggs For an egg-free version, use flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Extract (optional) Omit if not available or use vanilla extract.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Replace with plain full-fat yogurt if necessary.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Can be replaced with coconut powder for a light drizzle.
  • 1/2 cup Additional Walnuts Can be omitted for a simpler streusel.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar, flour, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, blend the light brown sugar, maple syrup, vegetable oil, whole milk, eggs, maple extract, and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Spoon half of the batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle half of the streusel topping over it. Repeat with remaining batter and topping.
  7. Bake for approximately 35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, keep ingredients at room temperature and avoid overmixing. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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