Name: Cozy and Sweet Honey Cinnamon Dessert Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large egg; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; ¼ cup honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 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)

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Introduction

This cozy and sweet honey cinnamon dessert is perfect for satisfying your afternoon cravings or ending a meal with a comforting treat. Soft, fragrant, and lightly spiced, it combines the richness of butter and honey with the warmth of cinnamon for an irresistible flavor.

Two square pieces of golden brown cake are stacked, the top one showing a light dust of white powdered sugar on its slightly textured surface. Each piece has two layers: a moist, dense pale yellow cake layer and a thin, slightly crisp browned top layer. They rest on a sheet of parchment paper, placed on a white marbled texture, with a few blurred crumbs scattered around. In the background, more pieces of the same cake are softly focused. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 large egg
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and combined.
Step 3: Add the egg, honey, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Whisk everything together until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Stir in the flour, salt, and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture tender.
Step 5: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the remaining half teaspoon of cinnamon and sprinkle it evenly over the batter.
Step 6: Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the dessert to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Tips & Variations

For extra texture and flavor, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking.
Swirl in some cream cheese before baking for a rich, creamy variation.
Try a pinch of cardamom in place of some cinnamon for a fragrant twist.
To make this dessert gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Let the dessert cool completely before slicing to achieve neat, clean squares.

Storage

Store the dessert in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze it in a sealed container for up to 3 months. To enjoy, thaw at room temperature and reheat gently if desired.

How to Serve

The image shows two square pieces of dessert stacked on top of each other on a white marbled surface. Each piece has a golden brown top dusted lightly with powdered sugar, while the inside looks moist and crumbly with a pale yellow color. The bottom layer is slightly darker and firmer, acting like a crust. In the background, there are more pieces blurred out, and some small crumbs are placed near the dessert in the foreground. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of sweetener instead of honey?

Yes, you can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar, but keep in mind this may slightly change the flavor and texture.

How do I know when the dessert is done baking?

It’s ready when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached. Be careful not to overbake as it can dry out the dessert.