Save A tender, buttery pound cake with a delicate golden crumb, sweetened with luscious honey for a comforting, aromatic treat. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a delightful dessert.
This cake has been a family favorite for years and always brings smiles at tea time.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 1 ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp fine sea salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (120 ml) mild liquid honey, 4 large eggs room temperature, 2 tsp pure vanilla extract, ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk room temperature
- Optional Glaze: 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl sift together flour baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy about 3 minutes.
- Add Honey:
- Add honey and mix until fully incorporated.
- Beat in Eggs:
- Beat in eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add dry ingredients in three parts alternating with milk beginning and ending with flour. Mix gently until just combined do not overmix.
- Prepare Batter:
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Glaze:
- Melt 2 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp butter and brush over the warm cake.
Save We love sharing this cake with family on weekends it always makes our gatherings special.
Required Tools
9x5-inch loaf pan Electric mixer Mixing bowls Sifter Cooling rack Pastry brush for glaze
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) eggs milk (dairy) Check all ingredient labels if you have allergies unsalted butter and vanilla extract may contain traces of allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 310 Total Fat 15 g Carbohydrates 40 g Protein 4 g
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This golden honey pound cake is perfect for any occasion and sure to impress your guests.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of honey works best for this cake?
Mild honeys like clover or acacia provide a delicate sweetness that complements the buttery texture without overpowering the flavor.
- → How can I ensure the cake has a tender crumb?
Alternating the addition of dry ingredients with milk and mixing gently helps create a soft, delicate crumb without overworking the batter.
- → Can I add a glaze to enhance the cake?
Yes, melting honey with butter and brushing it over the warm cake adds a glossy finish and a subtle extra layer of flavor.
- → What is the ideal baking temperature and time?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean for perfect doneness.
- → How should the cake be stored?
Keep it wrapped at room temperature for up to four days to maintain moisture and freshness.