Soft Everyday Honey Hazelnut Dessert Cake Recipe
This delightful dessert cake combines the rich flavors of honey and hazelnuts, creating a soft and moist treat perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely ground hazelnuts
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup buttermilk at room temperature
- 1 zest lemon optional
- powdered sugar for dusting
- chopped hazelnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Combine flour, hazelnuts, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream butter, honey, and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add vanilla and lemon zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients with buttermilk, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts before serving.
- Slice and enjoy your cake as a delightful treat!
Notes
For an extra indulgent treat, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.