Autumn Spiced Honey Cake with Caramelized Apples
Fluffy honey cake served with tender apples and cold vanilla ice cream.
It’s officially Autumn! Wouldn’t you like a fluffy slice of spiced honey cake with caramelized apples and a scoop of creamy ice cream to celebrate?
If you answered 'no' to that question, I have to ask: who hurt you?
Sweetened with honey and brown sugar, this humble cake bursts with the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. English breakfast tea adds subtle depth of flavor, while yogurt gives it an irresistibly delicate crumb. Once you make this cake, I think it will find a permanent spot in your fall baking rotation.
With a few apples still left from our apple-picking outing, I decided to caramelize slices in butter and brown sugar, adding a touch of sweetness that pairs beautifully with the cake. This is the same technique used for my apple baked oatmeal and is also used in a pumpkin baked oatmeal recipe coming next month. Caramelized apples are endlessly versatile and they add an elegant touch that spruces up even the simplest of recipes.
If you’re looking for an easy way to make your weekend extra cozy, give this recipe a try. The batter comes together in minutes, and while the cake bakes, your kitchen will fill with the warmly spiced scent of cottagecore perfection.
p.s. I sometimes make this recipe for friends celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, where apples and honey symbolize hopes for a sweet new year. It’s a wonderful dessert to bring to dinner — just be mindful if your hosts keep kosher, as this cake contains dairy and wouldn’t be appropriate for a meat meal. It’s always a good idea to double-check with your host beforehand.
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