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Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create this delectable Honey Nut Cake:
For the Cake:
- 1 and 1/3 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 1/3 cup (65g) white or brown sugar (you can reduce to 40g for less sweetness)
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons (6g) baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons (45g) honey
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.4g) table salt
- 2/3 cup (100g) nuts (e.g., pecans or walnuts), chopped
For the Honey Glaze:
- 1/4 cup (85g) honey
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Grocery List
Make sure to gather these items before you start baking:
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter
- White/brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Eggs
- Honey
- Vanilla extract
- Table salt
- Nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
Cooking Guide
Preparation Steps:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add Nuts: Fold in the chopped nuts gently into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious Honey Nut Cake!
Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour
Nutritional Information
This Honey Nut Cake serves about 8 slices. Here’s an approximate breakdown of calories per slice:
- Total Calories per Cake: ~800 calories
- Calories per Slice: ~100 calories
(Note: Caloric values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Tips and Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar instead of white.
- Feel free to substitute different nuts based on your preference.
- If you want an extra touch of sweetness, double glaze your cake!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.
This Honey Nut Cake is not only easy to make but also versatile enough to suit various tastes and occasions. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with whipped cream or fresh fruit, it’s sure to be a hit!
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