Holiday Honey Cake

Infused with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, this Holiday Honey Cake is a festive treat that’s perfect for celebrating the season. Crafted with rich honey, orange juice, and a touch of vanilla, this moist and aromatic cake boasts layers of sweetness and spice, making it a must-have for any holiday dessert table. The recipe comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether you serve it as is or dust it with powdered sugar or a honey glaze, this holiday dessert will leave your guests enchanted with its irresistible flavor and tender crumb. Perfect for gatherings, this classic cake serves 12 and stays fresh for days—ideal for sharing or savoring throughout the festivities.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup honey
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and honey, and mix until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil, orange juice, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be slightly thick.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, optionally dust the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a honey glaze for extra sweetness.

Step 10

Slice and serve to enjoy your Holiday Honey Cake. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1300.6 grams (1300.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4391

Total Fat 175.60g	225%
Saturated Fat 27.40g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.90g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 3127mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 689.40g	251%
Dietary Fiber 11.10g	40%
Total Sugars 447.00g
Protein 51.90g	104%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 227mg	17%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 1077mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 60.7%