Cake with honey and nuts

A cake with honey and nuts is a delightful treat with a sweet and nutty flavor. Here's a recipe for a simple yet delicious Honey Nut Cake:

Honey Nut Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans)

For the Honey Glaze:

• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon water

For Garnish (optional):

• Additional chopped nuts
• Powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream the Butter and Sugar:

   • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

4. Add Honey and Eggs:

   • Beat in the honey until well combined.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. Mix in the Sour Cream and Vanilla:

   • Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.

6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
   • Fold in the chopped nuts.

7. Bake the Cake:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Prepare the Honey Glaze:

   • While the cake is baking, combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until warmed and slightly thinned. Remove from heat.

9. Glaze the Cake:

   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Brush the warm honey glaze over the top of the cake.
   • Garnish with additional chopped nuts if desired.

10. Serve:

    • Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

This Honey Nut Cake is sweet, moist, and has a lovely nutty crunch. It’s perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy!