Golden Honey Spice Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
This delightful Golden Honey Spice Cake combines the rich sweetness of honey with warm spices, creating a balanced flavor that evokes the comfort of home. Inspired by my inquisitive three-year-old and his love for honey, this cake is a perfect choice for any occasion. Topped with a velvety cinnamon cream cheese frosting, each slice offers a moist texture and a heavenly finish. Ideal for family gatherings or Friday night treats, this cake is sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 1/2 cups (all-purpose)
baking powder
2 teaspoons ( )
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ( )
salt
1/2 teaspoon ( )
pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ( )
eggs
3 large ( )
Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1/2 cup ( )
raw honey
1 cup ( )
canola oil
1/2 cup ( )
unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup ( )
coffee
1/2 cup (brewed)
whole milk
1/4 cup ( )
cream cheese
1 ounce (softened)
butter
1/4 cup (softened)
confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups ( )
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ( )
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ( )
warmed milk
2-4 tablespoons ( )
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
2
In a medium bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk together until evenly blended.
3
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, combine the wet ingredients: eggs, Splenda Sugar Blend, honey, canola oil, applesauce, coffee, and whole milk. Beat on medium speed until smooth and well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as necessary. Mix on low speed to incorporate, then increase the speed to medium for an additional 30 seconds to ensure a well-mixed batter.
5
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Once baked, remove the cake pans from the oven and let them cool upside down on a cooling rack for at least 10 minutes before inverting them onto the rack. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
7
For the cinnamon cream cheese frosting, in a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment, beat together the room temperature cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth.
8
Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, mixing on low speed to prevent a cloud of sugar from puffing up. Once incorporated, add cinnamon and vanilla extract.
9
Add warmed milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you achieve your desired frosting consistency. Mix until fluffy.
10
Once the cakes are fully cooled, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the sides and top of the cake.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Honey Spice Cake?
It is a moist, flavorful cake that combines the rich sweetness of honey with warm pumpkin pie spices.
What type of frosting is used for this cake?
The cake is topped with a velvety cinnamon cream cheese frosting.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size cake pans are needed?
You will need two 9-inch round cake pans.
How should I prepare the cake pans?
Grease the pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
What dry ingredients are required for the batter?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
What spices are used in the cake?
The cake features pumpkin pie spice for a warm, seasonal flavor.
What liquid ingredients go into the cake batter?
The wet ingredients include eggs, honey, canola oil, applesauce, brewed coffee, and whole milk.
Does this recipe use a sugar substitute?
Yes, it uses Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking in addition to raw honey.
How many eggs are needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 large eggs.
What type of honey is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of raw honey.
Why is brewed coffee used in the cake batter?
Brewed coffee is added to enhance the depth of flavor and moisture in the cake.
Is the applesauce sweetened or unsweetened?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
What is the first step in mixing the wet ingredients?
Combine the eggs, sugar blend, honey, oil, applesauce, coffee, and milk in a stand mixer.
How should the dry ingredients be added to the wet mixture?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, scraping down the sides as necessary.
How long should the cake bake?
Bake the cakes for approximately 45 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the proper way to cool the cakes?
Let them cool upside down on a rack for 10 minutes before inverting them to cool completely.
What ingredients are in the cinnamon cream cheese frosting?
The frosting includes cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and warmed milk.
How much cream cheese is required for the frosting?
The recipe uses 1 ounce of softened cream cheese.
How should the butter and cream cheese be prepared for frosting?
Both should be at room temperature and beaten together until creamy and smooth.
What is the purpose of adding warmed milk to the frosting?
Warmed milk is added one tablespoon at a time to achieve the desired fluffy consistency.
How much confectioners' sugar is used in the frosting?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of confectioners' sugar.
How many layers does the finished cake have?
This is a two-layer cake.
What inspired this honey spice cake?
The recipe was inspired by the creator's three-year-old son and his love for honey.
Is this cake suitable for family gatherings?
Yes, it is described as an ideal treat for family gatherings or Friday nights.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe uses 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
When should I frost the cake?
Frost the cake only after the layers have cooled completely to prevent the frosting from melting.
What makes the frosting unique?
The addition of cinnamon and vanilla extract gives the cream cheese frosting a warm, aromatic finish.