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Moist Honey Cake with Almonds

Moist Honey Cake with Almonds
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This Moist Honey Cake with Almonds features a tender, honey-soaked crumb enhanced by crunchy toasted almonds. Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened, it’s an easy-to-make dessert ideal for any occasion, from casual tea times to festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup honey (mild, fragrant like clover or wildflower)
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ½ cup toasted and roughly chopped almonds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Almonds: Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool, then chop roughly to add crunch and flavor to the cake.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl to ensure an even rise and a light, airy crumb.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk honey, sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture tender.
  5. Fold in Almonds: Gently fold the toasted chopped almonds into the batter, distributing them evenly for bursts of nutty crunch.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to allow the honey’s moisture to settle fully into the crumb.

Notes

  • Use fresh, quality honey for the best flavor and moisture retention.
  • Toasting almonds enhances their flavor and adds a satisfying crunch.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid a dense cake.
  • Mix the batter gently and stop as soon as ingredients combine to maintain tenderness.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely to let the honey fully infuse the crumb.

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Keywords: honey cake, almond cake, moist honey cake, toasted almonds, gluten-free cake option, easy baking, sweet dessert

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