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.
A tender, buttery pound cake with a delicate golden crumb sweetened with luscious honey for a comforting aromatic treat
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 and vanilla:
- Beat in eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition Stir in vanilla extract
- Combine dry and wet 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 for baking:
- 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:
- For an optional glaze melt 2 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp butter and brush over the warm cake
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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 per serving
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This pound cake is perfect for any occasion and pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of honey works best for this pound cake?
Mild honeys like clover or acacia are recommended to maintain a delicate flavor without overpowering the cake.
- → Can I substitute ingredients for dietary needs?
This cake contains wheat, eggs, and dairy, so substitutions should be made cautiously to preserve texture and taste.
- → How to achieve a moist crumb in this cake?
Gently mixing the batter without overworking it and using softened butter and room temperature milk helps ensure a moist, tender crumb.
- → What is the purpose of the optional honey butter glaze?
The glaze adds extra moisture and a glossy finish, enhancing the honey aroma and richness of the baked cake.
- → How should this cake be stored for freshness?
Wrap the cooled cake tightly and store at room temperature; it remains fresh for up to four days.
- → Can lemon zest be added to this cake?
Yes, adding a teaspoon of lemon zest introduces a bright citrus note complementing the honey's sweetness.