Cozy and Sweet Honey Cinnamon Dessert Recipe
This Cozy and Sweet Honey Cinnamon Dessert is a simple, comforting treat perfect for any time of day. Featuring a moist, buttery cake infused with cinnamon and sweetened naturally with honey, it’s topped with a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle that adds a delightful crunch. Easy to make and wonderfully fragrant, this dessert is sure to warm up your home and satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Total Time: 32-35 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings (cut into 3x3 squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pantry Staples:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the dessert later.
- Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and packed light brown sugar until smooth. Then add the egg, honey, and vanilla extract, whisking well to combine everything thoroughly.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated — do not overmix to keep the texture tender.
- Spread and top: Pour the batter evenly into your prepared baking pan. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the remaining half teaspoon of cinnamon, then sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter for that sweet-crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center — it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached. Let the dessert cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares to serve.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
- Cooling completely before slicing helps the dessert set and makes cutting easier.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup if preferred, though the flavor will be slightly different.
- For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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