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Moist Apple Honey Cake

A slice of moist apple honey cake with chunks of apple and a drizzle of glaze on a plate.
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A tender and moist apple cake infused with honey and warm spices, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups finely diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • For the Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or a 10-cup Bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a small saucepan, gently heat the honey and water until the honey is fully dissolved. Let it cool slightly.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, alternating with the honey-water mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts (if using).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 50-65 minutes for a loaf pan, or 45-55 minutes for a Bundt pan, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and honey until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a dark honey like buckwheat.
  • Ensure your apples are diced small for even distribution.
  • This cake stays moist for several days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Consider this recipe as a base; you can add other spices like cardamom or ginger.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.

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