Chocolate Honey Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of Chocolate Honey Cake—a showstopping dessert that beautifully marries the deep, earthy tones of cocoa with the floral sweetness of honey. This cake’s unique batter, enhanced by boiling water for an ultra-moist texture, bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. Topped with a luscious glaze made of dark chocolate, heavy cream, and a touch of honey, this treat is irresistibly glossy and flavorful. Perfect for celebrations or an indulgent weekend dessert, this two-layer masterpiece is easy to prepare and serves 12, making it ideal for sharing. Whether you’re a chocolate lover or a fan of honey’s natural sweetness, this recipe offers the best of both worlds in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Honey
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Dark chocolate (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In another large bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, sugar, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this helps create a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped dark chocolate until smooth.
Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the glaze and mix well. Allow the glaze to cool slightly until it thickens but is still pourable.
Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of glaze on top, then add the second cake layer. Pour the remaining glaze over the top and sides of the cake, spreading it evenly.
Let the cake sit for 15-20 minutes for the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy your Chocolate Honey Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 221.8 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.3 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 3659 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 712.0 g | 259% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.8 g | 281% | |
| Total Sugars | 374.5 g | ||
| Protein | 88.1 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 56.3 mg | 313% | |
| Potassium | 4289 mg | 91% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
