Honey cake is a delicious and popular dessert that is enjoyed in many parts of the world. It is known for its sweet, moist, and slightly spiced flavor, which comes from the use of honey as a primary sweetener. Honey cakes come in various forms and recipes, but they typically include honey as a key ingredient. Here’s a basic recipe for a traditional honey cake:
For the cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the honey glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Basic instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices (cinnamon, ginger, and cloves).
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Then, add the honey and mix until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the honey glaze by mixing honey and powdered sugar in a small bowl until you have a smooth glaze.
- When the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes in the pan. Then, drizzle the honey glaze over the warm cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. The flavors often develop and become richer if you let it sit for a day or two.
Honey cake is a wonderful treat that’s perfect for celebrations, special occasions, or just a sweet indulgence with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy!