Best 3 Honey Bun Glazed Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of our Honey Bun Glazed Cake, a delightful treat that combines the comforting taste of honey buns with the richness of a moist cake. This delectable dessert features a tender crumb, a sweet and sticky honey bun glaze, and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts for added texture. Our collection of recipes includes variations of this classic cake, such as the Honey Bun Sheet Cake, Honey Bun Coffee Cake, and Honey Bun Bundt Cake, each offering unique twists on the original. Whether you prefer a sheet cake for easy slicing, a coffee cake for a cozy brunch, or a bundt cake for a special occasion, we have the perfect recipe for you. These honey bun-inspired cakes are sure to become favorites in your kitchen, enjoyed by family and friends alike.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY BUN CAKE



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Wondering how to make a Honey Bun Cake? You may be surprised to learn that there's actually no honey in this recipe. Named for the cake's cinnamon-roll-like flavor, our delicious Honey Bun Cake recipe brings a whole lot of flavor with brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans baked into Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix. Don't forget the vanilla glaze! This one's from Betty's Soul Food Collection.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
2/3 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 container (8 oz) sour cream (1 cup)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and lightly flour 13x9-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, eggs and sour cream with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread half of the batter in pan.
  • In small bowl, stir together brown sugar, pecans and cinnamon; sprinkle over batter in pan. Carefully spread remaining batter evenly over pecan mixture.
  • Bake 44 to 48 minutes or until deep golden brown. In another small bowl, stir powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until thin enough to spread. Prick surface of warm cake several times with fork. Spread powdered sugar mixture over cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 48 g, TransFat 1 g

HONEY BUN GLAZED CAKE



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I found this recipe in an old church cookbook and made my own variations.I make it for my family of "honey bunnies"!!!!

Provided by crawfish pie

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 2 8 INCH CAKES

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) package white cake mix
1/4 cup nuts, chopped (your choice)
1/2 cup sugar
4 eggs
3/4 cup oil
8 ounces sour cream
3/4 cup brown sugar
3 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup powdered sugar
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon milk

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Combine cake mix,nuts,sugar,eggs, oil and sour cream.
  • In a separate bowl mix brown sugar and cinnamon and set aside.
  • Pour cake batter into TWO 8x8x2 inch square pan.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon mixture over batter and swirl with knife.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean.
  • While cake is baking, mix the powdered sugar, butter and milk. [You may need to add more milk; it should be the consistiency of a thin paste.].
  • When cake is done, poke holes in the top with a fork and pour powdered sugar mixture over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3256.9, Fat 176.4, SaturatedFat 47.7, Cholesterol 500.5, Sodium 2260.1, Carbohydrate 402.1, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 304.8, Protein 29.8

HONEY BUN CAKE FROM SCRATCH



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I combined two recipes to get a homemade cake. Always get rave reviews when I make it. Drizzle vanilla glaze over the cake while warm.

Provided by MULL1017

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Bundt Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup butter, softened, divided
2 cups white sugar, divided
3 eggs
1 tablespoon clear imitation vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups sour cream
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Grease a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with 2 tablespoons butter. Add 1/4 cup sugar; shake pan gently until sides are evenly coated with sugar.
  • Combine remaining 2/3 cup butter and 1 3/4 cup sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Beat flour mixture into the butter mixture alternately with sour cream, beginning and ending with flour mixture and beating batter well after each addition.
  • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
  • Pour 1/3 of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/2 of the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture over the batter. Repeat once more. Pour remaining batter on top. Swirl batter with a butter knife.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes; invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 314.4 mg, Sugar 45.3 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the honey bun cake remains moist, allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before flipping it onto a wire rack to finish cooling.
  • For a decadent touch, use a mixture of both light and dark brown sugar when making the honey bun glaze.
  • Do not overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • To ensure even baking, tap the cake pan on the counter a few times before placing it in the oven. This will help to release any air bubbles that may have formed in the batter.
  • Check the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is ready.
  • For an extra special touch, serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

With its moist, tender crumb, decadent honey bun glaze, and irresistible aroma, the Honey Bun Glazed Cake is a true showstopper. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to leave your taste buds tantalized and your guests asking for more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results every time. So preheat your oven and get ready to create a sweet and memorable treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Happy baking!

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