Description
Classic Honey Cake is a soft, moist, and deeply comforting layered dessert made with honey-infused sponge and fluffy whipped cream. I love how this cake brings warmth and nostalgia to every bite, making it perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or cozy tea moments. The honey flavor melts beautifully into the cake, creating a rich yet delicate sweetness that everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup honey
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Melt butter and honey together over low heat.
- Whisk in sugar and eggs until creamy.
- Mix dry ingredients separately.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients with sour cream.
- Bake layers until golden brown.
- Whip cream with sugar and vanilla.
- Assemble layers with cream filling.
- Chill overnight before serving.
Notes
Letting the cake rest overnight improves flavor and texture. You can add a honey drizzle between layers for extra moisture. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Best served slightly chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg