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Honey Bun Pound Cake

Honey Bun Pound Cake
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Honey Bun Pound Cake, a moist and buttery dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cake features a sweet cinnamon swirl and a luscious honey glaze that adds an irresistible sweetness to every bite. Whether you’re serving it at family gatherings, as a comforting treat after dinner, or enjoying it with coffee in the morning, this cake is bound to impress everyone with its rich flavors and soft texture. With simple ingredients and easy steps, even novice bakers can create this delightful masterpiece effortlessly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed (for the cinnamon swirl)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (for the cinnamon swirl)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for the honey glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for the honey glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for the honey glaze)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for the honey glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and grease your Bundt or loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
  3. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
  4. For the cinnamon swirl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan; layer half of the cinnamon mix on top. Add remaining batter followed by the rest of the cinnamon mix and swirl gently.
  6. Bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with honey and milk until smooth; drizzle over warm cake.

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