Pouding chomeur

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until the mixture is light.

2. 2

   Add eggs and vanilla and mix.

3. 3

   In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder.

4. 4

   Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into a greased 13 inch by 9 inch pan.

6. 6

   Prepare maple sauce by combining maple syrup, brown sugar, cream and butter in a large saucepan and bringing to a boil, stirring constantly.

7. 7

   Reduce heat and simmer gently for 2 minutes or until the sauce has reduced slightly.

8. 8

   Pour the sauce gently over the cake.

9. 9

   Bake at 325 F (160 C) for about 35 minutes or until the cake is light brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.