Ostara Honey Cake
A simple, warm honey cake that is perfect for family dinners and special occasions, made with pantry staples and minimal effort.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup honey Use any honey you have on hand.
- 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar is recommended.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be softened but not necessarily room temperature.
- 3 large eggs Can use eggs straight from the fridge.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour No need to sift.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk Can substitute with non-dairy alternatives.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Real vanilla preferred for better flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together honey, sugar, and butter until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the honey mixture, alternating with milk. Stir in vanilla.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool for 15 to 20 minutes in the pan, then move to a rack to finish cooling.
Serving
- Serve the cake family-style on a platter, optionally with whipped cream, yogurt, or ice cream.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for 4-5 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22g
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