Description
Indulgent honey bun cake delivers Southern comfort with its moist, cinnamon-swirled layers dripping with sweet glaze. Nostalgic flavors dance across your palate, inviting memories of grandma’s cherished kitchen traditions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
Cake Enhancers:
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk (or evaporated milk/water)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and preparing a bundt pan with non-stick spray or butter and flour coating.
- Create a smooth base mixture by thoroughly blending melted butter, milk, and sour cream in a large mixing bowl.
- Incorporate sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the liquid mixture, whisking until completely combined.
- Gradually fold in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, mixing until the batter achieves a uniform consistency.
- Prepare a separate mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl for layering.
- Construct the cake’s interior by carefully layering one-third of the batter into the prepared pan, followed by a generous sprinkle of the cinnamon-sugar blend.
- Repeat the layering process, alternating between batter and cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring the final layer is batter.
- Use a butter knife to create gentle swirling patterns throughout the cake, distributing the cinnamon-sugar evenly.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 15 minutes after removing from the oven.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate, releasing it from the bundt pan.
- Craft a smooth glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until free of lumps.
- While the cake remains slightly warm, drizzle the prepared glaze generously over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Slice and serve the cake, enjoying the rich, sweet flavors and tender crumb.
Notes
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version that reduces fat content while maintaining moisture.
- Use whole wheat pastry flour to boost nutritional value and add a subtle nutty flavor without compromising the cake’s delicate texture.
- Create a dairy-free alternative by replacing milk and butter with almond milk and coconut oil, perfect for lactose-intolerant bakers.
- Prevent cinnamon-sugar mixture from s
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg