Description
Fluffy honey-sweetened cake enriched with applesauce and spiced cinnamon-nutmeg. Baked until golden, it releases a warm aroma and delivers a tender, moist crumb that melts in your mouth with subtle fruity sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl beat the eggs and sugar until smooth and pale.
- Stir in the honey, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor use dark or buckwheat honey.
- Cake can be served warm or at room temperature with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- You can fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.