Absolutely! Here’s a Layered Honey Cake with Caramel & Nuts — a rich, sweet, and nutty dessert that’s perfect for celebrations. 🍯🌰
🍯 Layered Honey Cake with Caramel & Nuts
Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
For the Cake Layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
For the Nut Topping:
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
2️⃣ Make the Cake Layers
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in honey, melted butter, milk, and vanilla.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between the two pans.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely.
3️⃣ Make the Caramel
- In a medium saucepan, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until amber-colored.
- Stir in butter until melted.
- Carefully pour in heavy cream while stirring (mixture will bubble).
- Add a pinch of salt and let cool slightly.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Pour a layer of caramel over it and sprinkle with half the nuts.
- Place the second cake layer on top.
- Pour remaining caramel over the top and sprinkle with remaining nuts.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let the cake set for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
- Optional: serve with whipped cream or a drizzle of extra honey.
Tips
- Toast the nuts lightly for deeper flavor and crunch.
- Use mild honey (like clover) for a balanced sweetness.
- For extra richness, brush the cake layers with honey syrup (½ cup honey + ¼ cup water) before adding caramel.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
I can also give a “quick 1-pan honey cake with caramel and nuts” version that’s faster but just as decadent.
Do you want me to do that?