WALNUT-MAPLE CHIFFON CAKE

Walnut-Maple Chiffon Cake image

The men in the family often request this chiffon cake for their birthdays. The glaze is irresistible.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

7 eggs, separated
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
3/4 cup sugar, divided
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons maple flavoring
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
BROWNED BUTTER GLAZE:
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons warm water

Steps:

Let egg whites stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, walnuts, 1/2 cup sugar, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. In another large bowl, whisk the egg yolks, water, oil and maple flavoring; add to dry ingredients and beat until well blended. In a small bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and remaining sugar on medium speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. , Immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack; cool completely. Carefully run a knife around edges of pan and center tube to loosen; remove cake., For glaze, heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from the heat; stir in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough water to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.