Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Honey Bun Pound Cake, a moist and rich dessert that embodies homemade goodness. This cake features a luscious cinnamon swirl, perfectly complemented by a sweet honey glaze, making it an ideal treat for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The harmonious blend of vanilla, cinnamon, and honey creates a flavor profile that appeals to everyone, ensuring this recipe will become a favorite. Whether served warm as a dessert or alongside your morning coffee, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a Bundt or loaf pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by combining brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Layer half the batter into the pan, add half of the cinnamon mixture, pour remaining batter on top, and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, honey, milk, and vanilla until smooth and drizzle over the warm cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 381
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 244mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 88mg