Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2
   In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. 4
   Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
5. 5
   In another bowl, mix the flour and baking powder, then add to the wet mixture.
6. 6
   Fold in the chopped pecans.
7. 7
   Pour into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.