Description
A delightful and sweet Honey Layer Cake perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey, sugar, and softened butter. Beat until well blended.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake cools, prepare the whipped cream. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake is completely cool, slice it horizontally into three equal layers.
- Place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of whipped cream on top. Repeat with the second layer, then place the final layer on top.
- Decorate the top with any remaining whipped cream and drizzle with extra honey if desired. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg into the batter.
- Substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version of the frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg