Soft Glow Golden Honey Cake (Printable)

Buttery pound cake with honey sweetness and a delicate golden crumb, ideal for teatime or dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
03 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - ½ cup mild liquid honey
07 - 4 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
09 - ½ cup whole milk, room temperature

→ Optional Glaze

10 - 2 tablespoons honey
11 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
02 - Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.
04 - Add honey to the creamed mixture and blend until fully combined.
05 - Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
06 - Add the dry ingredients in three portions, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
07 - Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly.
08 - Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and place on a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Melt 2 tablespoons honey together with 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and brush over the warm cake for a sweet glaze.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Delicate golden crumb
  • Comforting aromatic treat
02 -
  • Use mild honey (such as clover or acacia) for a delicate flavor
  • The cake keeps well wrapped for up to 4 days at room temperature
03 -
  • Add a teaspoon of lemon zest for brightness
  • Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an elegant dessert
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