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 always been a favorite in my family. Its golden crumb and subtle honey sweetness make it a comforting classic I enjoy baking often.
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
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Add honey and mix until fully incorporated.
- Step 5:
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Step 6:
- Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix gently until just combined do not overmix.
- Step 7:
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 9:
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10:
- For an optional glaze melt 2 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp butter and brush over the warm cake.
Save Baking and sharing this cake has brought many warm family moments, often enjoyed with a cup of tea and heartfelt conversation.
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 honey pound cake is wonderfully versatile and sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Questions & Answers
- → What type of honey works best in this cake?
Mild honeys like clover or acacia complement the delicate flavors without overpowering the cake's subtle sweetness.
- → How do I prevent the cake from becoming dense?
Make sure to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, and gently fold ingredients to avoid overmixing the batter.
- → Can I add a glaze to enhance the flavor?
Yes, melting honey with butter and brushing it over the warm cake creates a glossy, flavorful glaze.
- → Is lemon zest a good addition?
Adding a teaspoon of lemon zest brightens the flavor, balancing the honey’s sweetness with a fresh citrus note.
- → How should I store the cake to keep it fresh?
Wrap the cooled cake and keep it at room temperature for up to four days to maintain its moist texture.