Description

This Strawberry Honeybun Cake is a soft, moist delight that combines the sweetness of honey and strawberries with a warm cinnamon swirl and a glossy vanilla glaze. Inspired by the classic honeybun snack, this version is elevated with strawberry jam layers for a fruity twist that’s perfect for brunch, potlucks, or afternoon treats.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

1 box yellow cake mix
4 large eggs
¾ cup sour cream
¾ cup vegetable oil
½ cup honey
½ cup strawberry jam or preserves

For the Cinnamon Swirl

½ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze

1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Batter

In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, sour cream, oil, and honey.
Mix until smooth and creamy.

3. Layer and Swirl

Pour half the batter into the baking pan.
Spread strawberry jam evenly over the surface.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, and sprinkle over the jam.
Pour remaining batter on top and gently swirl with a knife to create ribbons of filling.

4. Bake

Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

6. Glaze and Serve

Pour glaze over the warm cake. Let it soak in for a glossy, sweet finish.
Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: PT15M
Cook Time: PT40M
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420 Kcal
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 370mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 65mg