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Old-Fashioned Honey Cake

Old-Fashioned Honey Cake: A Sweet Slice of Nostalgia

This Old-Fashioned Honey Cake offers a nostalgic blend of flavors, boasting a moist honey sponge and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Honey Natural sweetener; opt for high-quality honey.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Depth and richness; swap with granulated sugar if desired.
  • 3 large Eggs Bring to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Measure accurately to prevent dense texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Key leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to taste preferences.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Ensure it's softened for smooth blending.
  • 1/2 cup Oil A neutral-flavored oil works best.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Extract Pure vanilla extract is a substitute.
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk is recommended.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Greek Yogurt Can be replaced with sour cream.
For the Frostings
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whip to soft peaks.
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • 1/4 cup Honey For frosting.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust based on desired buttercream consistency.
Optional Add-Ins
  • Chopped Fruits Incorporate apples or pears for variations.
  • Spices Experiment with nutmeg or cardamom.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together honey, brown sugar, softened butter, and oil for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in vanilla bean extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gradually add to wet mix until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Prepare honey buttercream with softened butter, icing sugar, honey, and milk.
  8. Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a platter, adding whipped cream, and topping with the second layer, frosting with honey buttercream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use quality honey and room temperature ingredients for a lighter texture. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake airy.

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