
Honey Traybake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This honey traybake is my go to when I need something sweet and satisfying without fussing around in the kitchen. It's wonderfully simple to make, coming together in just twenty minutes of prep time, and it bakes beautifully in under forty minutes. The golden honey gives it natural sweetness and brings real depth to the flavor, plus it's packed with antioxidants that make this treat feel a little less guilty. What I love most is how forgiving this recipe is and how budget friendly the ingredients are. You probably have most of these staples in your cupboard already, so it's perfect for those moments when you fancy homemade cake but don't want the fuss.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 150 ggolden honey(drizzled on top)
- 200 gcaster sugar
- 15 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 150 mlmilk
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350¿tF). Line a 20x20cm tray with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk to ensure a smooth batter.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.
Tip: Be patient and let the mixture come together.
- 5
Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared tray and smooth the top.
- 7
Drizzle the honey over the top of the traybake in a zig-zag pattern.
Tip: This will create a beautiful, rustic design.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the traybake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Keep an eye on the traybake during the last 10 minutes of baking to prevent overcooking.
- 9
Remove the traybake from the oven and let it cool completely in the tray.
Tip: This will help the traybake to set and make it easier to cut.
- 10
Once the traybake has cooled, use a sharp knife to cut it into 6 equal squares.
Tip: Cut the traybake in a diagonal direction to create a beautiful, rustic edge.
- 11
Serve the honey traybake warm, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Tip: This will add a lovely textural element to the dish.
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