Save to Pinterest 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour: Dry Ingredient
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder: Dry Ingredient
- ½ tsp fine sea salt: Dry Ingredient
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened: Wet Ingredient
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar: Wet Ingredient
- ½ cup (120 ml) mild liquid honey: Wet Ingredient
- 4 large eggs, room temperature: Wet Ingredient
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract: Wet Ingredient
- ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk, room temperature: Wet Ingredient
- 2 tbsp honey: Optional Glaze
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter: Optional Glaze
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 to Pinterest The cake keeps well wrapped for up to 4 days at room temperature.
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
Save to Pinterest This golden honey pound cake makes an inviting treat perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of honey works best for this golden cake?
Mild honeys such as clover or acacia complement the cake’s delicate flavor without overpowering it.
- → How can I ensure a tender crumb in this cake?
Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk and avoid overmixing to keep the crumb soft and moist.
- → What is the purpose of the optional glaze?
The honey-butter glaze adds a glossy finish and enhances the cake’s sweet, aromatic notes.
- → Can lemon zest be added to the batter?
Yes, a teaspoon of lemon zest brightens the flavor and provides a refreshing contrast to the honey’s sweetness.
- → How should the cake be stored after baking?
Wrap tightly and keep at room temperature for up to four days to maintain freshness and moisture.