Honey Bun Cake

Honey Bun Cake
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    3.1K

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Honey Bun Cake! This delightful treat captures the essence of a classic honey bun in cake form, boasting a moist, tender crumb and a luscious swirl of cinnamon-infused brown sugar. Topped with a simple yet decadent vanilla glaze, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's perfect for brunch, dessert, or any time you crave a little bit of heaven.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    36 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    161 mg
  • Sugar
    25 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and sour cream. Stir by hand for approximately 50 strokes, or until most large lumps are gone. Avoid overmixing for the best texture. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour half of the batter into an ungreased 9x13-inch glass baking dish, spreading evenly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View In a separate small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Spoon the remaining half of the cake batter over the brown sugar and cinnamon layer, trying to cover it as evenly as possible. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Using a butter knife or icing spatula, gently swirl the batter to create a marbled effect, resembling the swirls in a honey bun. Be careful not to overmix. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it. (40 minutes)

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Recipe View While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach your desired consistency. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 10-15 minutes. While the cake is still warm (but not piping hot), drizzle the frosting evenly over the top. This allows the frosting to melt slightly and create a beautiful glaze. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Let the cake cool completely before cutting and serving. Enjoy! (15 minutes)

For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract to the cake batter.
If you don't have sour cream, plain Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream elevates this cake to another level of deliciousness.

Keeley Wilkinson

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 1.0K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Lilliana Conroy

    This cake is so easy to make, and it tastes incredible! My family devoured it in one sitting.

  • Waino Wiegand

    I made this for a potluck, and everyone asked for the recipe. It's a definite crowd-pleaser!

  • Alejandra Armstrong

    I've made this cake several times, and it always comes out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.

  • Rasheed Hirthe

    The cinnamon-sugar swirl is what makes this cake so special. It's like a giant honey bun, but even better!

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