Honey cake

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Here’s a recipe for a Honey Cake, a simple yet delicious dessert with the natural sweetness of honey, a moist crumb, and a warm, comforting flavor. It’s perfect for tea time or any occasion when you want a cozy, slightly sweet cake.

Honey Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake:
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup hot water
For the Honey Glaze (optional):
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the honey to the butter mixture and continue beating until combined.
  5. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract and hot water. The batter will be slightly thin, which is normal.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Honey Glaze (optional):
  1. In a small saucepan, melt the honey, butter, and water over medium heat, stirring until combined.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake for extra sweetness and shine.
3. Serve:
  1. Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle the honey glaze on top if using.
  2. Slice and serve with tea or enjoy as a sweet treat on its own.

Tips for Success:

  • You can substitute some of the granulated sugar with brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • For a more pronounced honey flavor, use a dark honey like buckwheat or chestnut honey.
  • This cake is great on its own but also pairs well with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a more indulgent treat.

This Honey Cake is a comforting, naturally sweet treat that’s simple to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family!

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