This Honey Almond Cake is a simple yet elegant dessert with a moist, tender crumb and a delicate balance of sweet honey and nutty almonds. It’s naturally sweetened, lightly spiced, and perfect for any occasion—whether served with tea, coffee, or a drizzle of extra honey!
Recipe Overview
Servings: 8-10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 30-35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: ~280 kcal per slice
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 substitute)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup olive oil or melted butter
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1-2 tablespoons honey (for drizzling)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep:
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Honey Almond Cake – Light, Nutty & Naturally Sweet
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Description
This Honey Almond Cake is a simple yet elegant dessert with a moist, tender crumb and a delicate balance of sweet honey and nutty almonds. It’s naturally sweetened, lightly spiced, and perfect for any occasion—whether served with tea, coffee, or a drizzle of extra honey!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 substitute)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup olive oil or melted butter
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1–2 tablespoons honey (for drizzling)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together eggs, honey, olive oil (or butter), almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the batter. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle with honey and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For extra moisture, add ¼ cup Greek yogurt or applesauce to the batter.
- Make it gluten-free by using all almond flour (add 1 extra egg for structure).
- Pair with fruit: Serve with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280 kcal per slice
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate large bowl, whisk together eggs, honey, olive oil (or butter), almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
4. Combine & Pour:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
5. Add Topping & Bake:
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the batter. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool & Serve:
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle with honey and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Tips & Variations:
- For extra moisture, add ¼ cup Greek yogurt or applesauce to the batter.
- Make it gluten-free by using all almond flour (add 1 extra egg for structure).
- Pair with fruit: Serve with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.
This Honey Almond Cake is beautifully simple, naturally sweet, and perfect for any occasion!