Honey Cake
Ingredients
- Baking spray with flour
for the pan
- 1/4 c. sliced almonds
- 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 2/3 c. granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. lemon zest plus 1 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 c. salted butter
at room temperature, 2 sticks
- 3/4 c. honey
- 4 large eggs
at room temperature
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 c. Greek yogurt
at room temperature
- Powdered sugar
for dusting
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with baking spray. Line the bottom with parchment paper, and spray again.
- 2
On a baking sheet, spread the almonds in a single layer and bake until the nuts are fragrant and lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer the nuts to a cutting board, and let them cool completely. Coarsely chop.
- 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and ginger.
- 4
To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the sugar and lemon zest. With clean hands, rub the zest into the sugar, helping to release the oils and flavors. Add the butter, and mix on low speed until just combined, 1 minute. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl, and increase the speed to medium-high and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Decrease the speed to medium-low and add ½ cup of the honey, beating well to combine. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and the vanilla, stopping to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl as needed. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the Greek yogurt, until everything is just combined.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it into an even layer. Tap the pan a few times on a kitchen towel-lined countertop to remove air bubbles.
- 6
Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool for 15 minutes. Turn the cake out onto a plate, remove the parchment paper, and turn it over again onto a wire rack.
- 7
Meanwhile, in a liquid measuring cup, heat the remaining ¼ cup honey in the microwave in 10-second intervals until thin and pourable, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir in the lemon juice.
- 8
Pour the warm honey evenly over the warm cake, and sprinkle with the almonds. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Honey Cake
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that feels both comforting and elegantly simple? This Honey Cake delivers a truly delightful experience, perfect for any occasion from a casual get-together to a special celebration. Its rich, golden hue and inviting aroma will instantly make your kitchen feel warm and welcoming.
This recipe works by balancing the deep, natural sweetness of honey with bright, zesty lemon and the warming spice of ginger. The careful combination of ingredients, including ample butter and creamy Greek yogurt, ensures an incredibly moist and tender crumb that melts in your mouth. You'll appreciate how the distinct flavors harmonize, creating a cake that's truly greater than the sum of its parts.
When you slice into this cake, you'll be greeted by a beautifully golden interior, speckled with the subtle warmth of ground ginger. Each bite offers a tender, almost pillowy texture, rich with the distinct, floral notes of honey. The lemon zest provides a refreshing counterpoint, lifting the flavors and preventing the cake from being overly sweet, while the ground ginger adds a delicate, comforting spice. The sliced almonds on top offer a gentle crunch, providing a lovely textural contrast to the soft cake. Expect a balanced, sophisticated sweetness that appeals to all palates.
For a different flavor profile, consider swapping the sliced almonds for chopped walnuts or pecans. If you're not a fan of ginger, you can reduce the amount or substitute it with a pinch of cinnamon for a different kind of warmth. Don't have Greek yogurt on hand? Full-fat sour cream can be a good substitute to maintain the cake's moist texture.
This Honey Cake is wonderful served simply dusted with powdered sugar, making it an ideal companion for an afternoon tea or as a satisfying dessert to round off any meal.