My Grandmother's Honey Cake

YIELDS: 2 loaves

COOK TIME: 1 Hr

We recently rediscovered a treasured recipe that's as sweet as honey, just like the grandma who first shared it with us. This homemade honey cake recipe is one that warms our hearts and our bellies, 'cause it's full of spices and tummy-lovin' ingredients.

What You'll Need

1 cup honey
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar
1 cup brewed coffee
1/4 cup red wine
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt

What to Do

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Coat two 4- x 8-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine honey and baking soda; mix well and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar. Add coffee and wine; mix well. Add remaining ingredients and the honey mixture and beat until thoroughly combined. Pour into loaf pans.
Bake 60 to 65 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Notes

If you love honey, you'll also love our Honey Almond French Braid -- give it a try!

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Panda327

Mar 16, 2017

Could this be baked in a Bundt pan or tube pan? If so, what temp and for how long? BTW, you guys (and gals) rock!!

Test Kitchen Team

Mar 17, 2017

Hi there! Yes, you make this in a Bundt pan at the same temperature. Since the Test Kitchen has not made this recipe with those changes before, we cannot guarantee the outcome nor the cooking time. We recommend 60-75 minutes of baking time or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. :) Enjoy!

Alysanne

Mar 06, 2017

My, my, this has just about everything but the kitchen sink. However, I need to try it soon. Problem is that I don't have enough honey to make it today. Love all the spices wine and coffee. Perfect mid morning snack or dessert with some fruit. The wine I have is a spiced wine that should pump up the flavor nicely.

Panda327

Jan 17, 2017

Which red wine did you use?

Test Kitchen Team

Jan 18, 2017

Hi there! When the Test Kitchen made this recipe, we used an inexpensive Cabernet Sauvignon, though any red wine will work. Enjoy!

janet142 6538049

Nov 19, 2016

Made this using a gluten free flour blend also doubled the spices. Recipe is incredible!!It came out beautifully, whole house smelled wonderful while baking the texture taste was awesome.

antiquewoodboat 40 16874

Nov 07, 2015

Test Kitchen Team I am maple syrup producer. Should I use a little less because it's thinner than honey?

Test Kitchen Team

Nov 09, 2015

While the Test Kitchen has not yet made this honey cake with maple syrup, we recommend using pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup) rather than corn syrup. Let us know how it turns out for you!

twinkie1078 318310 2

Nov 04, 2015

What can I substitute for the red wine? I don't use alcohol at all.

Test Kitchen Team

Nov 05, 2015

Hi there! You can substitute 1/4 c water for red wine in this recipe. Enjoy!

antiquewoodboat 40 16874

Nov 04, 2015

Could I sub the honey for 1 cup of maple syrup? It's a little thinner than the honey.

twinkie1078 318310 2

Nov 04, 2015

I was wondering if you could substitute corn syrup for the honey also?

Test Kitchen Team

Nov 05, 2015

While the Test Kitchen has not yet made this honey cake with maple syrup, we recommend using pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup) rather than corn syrup. Let us know how it turns out for you!