Description
A rich and tender cake infused with honey and cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- a pinch of nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: toasted pecans or walnuts, orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan, or line it with parchment.
- Prepare the filling by combining 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons softened butter until grainy and spreadable. Add chopped nuts if desired.
- Cream 1 cup unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until light and pale, about 3–4 minutes.
- Beat in 3 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1/2 cup honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and 1 cup whole milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix only until combined.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Dot with the filling and then pour the remaining batter over the top. Swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While warm, glaze with a mixture of 1 cup powdered sugar, 2–3 tablespoons honey, and 2–3 teaspoons warm milk.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Toasting nuts enhances their flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: honey, cake, dessert, brunch, cinnamon