Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup honey (preferably floral for authentic flavor)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup buttermilk or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently to combine.
- Slowly pour in the buttermilk, mixing until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into your prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Brush the tops with warm honey and sprinkle edible gold for a regal finish.
Notes
- For a more authentic Regency look, decorate with edible gold dust or honeycomb pieces.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week for longer freshness.
- Warm slightly before serving for a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British/Regency
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
