Gluten-Free Honey Spice Cake is a delicious treat for fall. It has warm spices, sweet honey, and crunchy pecans in every bite. Plus, it has a tender and moist crumb that makes it perfect with a cup of coffee. Although this cake feels special, it comes together with simple ingredients.
I have been cooking gluten-free for years. Because of that, I know how important it is to have recipes that everyone can enjoy. Gluten-free baking can sometimes feel complicated. However, it does not have to be. This honey spice cake uses King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour. As a result, you can enjoy a homemade cake without needing a complicated flour blend.
The warm spices give this cake its classic fall flavor. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves work together beautifully. Meanwhile, the honey adds natural sweetness and a lovely flavor. The chopped pecans add a little crunch, too. Together, these simple ingredients create a cake that feels right at home on a fall table.
One of my favorite things about this recipe is the way the brown sugar and milk are prepared. Instead of simply adding the brown sugar to the batter, you gently heat it with the milk. This helps dissolve the sugar before it goes into the cake. Then, you stir that mixture into the remaining wet ingredients.
The result is a soft and flavorful cake with plenty of warm spice flavor. In addition, the recipe is easy enough to make without spending all afternoon in the kitchen. That makes it a great choice for a weekend breakfast, afternoon coffee, or simple fall dessert.
This cake also works beautifully when you have guests coming over. You can bake it ahead of time and let it cool before serving. Then, simply slice it and set it out with coffee or tea. It is also a lovely addition to a casual brunch or family gathering.
If you love fall baking, this is a recipe worth keeping close. The ingredients are simple, the steps are straightforward, and the finished cake is delicious. Most importantly, it gives you another gluten-free option that does not feel like a compromise.
Gluten-Free Honey Spice Cake
Ingredients
- 240 g gluten-free flour such as King Arthur Measure for Measure
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, cook and stir the brown sugar and milk for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, vegetable oil, and sour cream.
- Slowly stir the warm brown sugar and milk mixture into the wet ingredients until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn it out onto a cooling rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Gluten-Free Honey Spice Cake is one of those simple recipes that feels like fall from the very first bite. The combination of honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves creates a warm flavor that is perfect for the season. Meanwhile, the pecans add just the right amount of crunch.
I especially love that this cake works for more than just dessert. You can serve a slice with your morning coffee. You can also enjoy it as an afternoon treat. In addition, it would make a lovely addition to a weekend brunch or fall gathering.
If you enjoy baking with seasonal ingredients, you may also want to try my Honey Pear Tart. It is another delicious way to bring honey and fall flavors into your kitchen.
Whether you serve this honey spice cake for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat, it is a recipe that belongs in your fall baking rotation. Sometimes, the simplest recipes are the ones we make again and again. This one is definitely worth saving for the next time you want something warm, homemade, and gluten-free.
