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Honeybun Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Honeybun Cake is a moist, cinnamon-swirl yellow cake that captures the sweet, comforting flavors of classic cinnamon rolls. This easy-to-make cake features swirls of cinnamon sugar baked right into a tender yellow cake, topped with a luscious vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this cake offers a delightful combination of soft cake and sugary cinnamon pockets.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup canola or vegetable oil

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • Optional: ⅓ cup chopped pecans

Vanilla Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Spray a 9×13-inch cake pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the cake.
  2. Prepare Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the yellow cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and canola or vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set aside.
  3. Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a separate small bowl, combine the packed light brown sugar and cinnamon. If you like, stir in ⅓ cup chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
  4. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Spread half of the cake batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter, ensuring full coverage.
  5. Top with Remaining Batter and Sugar: Carefully spread the remaining cake batter over the cinnamon sugar layer. Finish by sprinkling the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top.
  6. Swirl the Batter: Use a knife to gently swirl through the batter in the pan. Be careful not to over-swirl—you want distinct pockets of cinnamon sugar to remain.
  7. Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden and set.
  8. Make the Glaze: While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and vanilla bean paste in a bowl. Stir until smooth, adding more milk as needed to reach desired pourable consistency.
  9. Glaze the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and immediately pour the glaze evenly over the hot cake. Allow the glaze to set and soak in.
  10. Serve: Serve the Honeybun Cake warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • You can add ⅓ cup chopped pecans to the cinnamon sugar mixture for a nutty crunch.
  • Be careful not to over-swirl the batter to keep cinnamon pockets distinct.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more or less milk.
  • This cake is delicious served warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/honeybun-cake-recipe/