Honey Layer Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This honey layer cake is one of my favorite go to recipes because it comes together so quickly and easily. With just an hour from start to finish, you can have a gorgeous, impressive dessert on the table without spending all day in the kitchen. The best part? Honey isn't just delicious, it's also a natural energy booster with antioxidants that make you feel good about indulging in a slice. This cake is wonderfully moist and subtly sweet, perfect for weekend gatherings or whenever you need something special. Trust me, once you try it, you'll be making it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 150unsalted butter
- 100honey
- 2eggs
- 1½ mLvanilla extract
- 6 gbaking powder
- 3 gsalt
- 150 mLunsalted milk
- 50 gconfectioner's sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two 20cm round cake pans.
Tip: Use parchment paper for easy removal.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a smooth batter.
- 4
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- 5
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Tip: Use a spatula for a smooth finish.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 7
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with confectioner's sugar.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth layer.
- 8
Repeat the process with the second cake layer and confectioner's sugar.
Tip: You can adjust the amount of confectioner's sugar to your liking.
- 9
Dust the top of the cake with confectioner's sugar and serve.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious honey layer cake!
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