Honey Cake

Steps

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1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
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2. 2
   In a small bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda until evenly combined.
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3. 3
   Prepare a 9-inch cake pan by thoroughly buttering the sides and bottom, then line the bottom with a round of parchment paper.
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4. 4
   In a large bowl, combine room-temperature butter, light brown sugar, and honey. Beat on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes until light, fluffy, and pale in color.
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5. 5
   Add the room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition and scraping down the bowl as needed.
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6. 6
   Add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.
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7. 7
   On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and mix until almost combined, leaving some visible streaks. Finish folding with a spatula until the flour is fully incorporated.
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8. 8
   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and level the top with a spatula.
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9. 9
   Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 40 minutes total. At the 20-minute mark, remove from the oven, sprinkle a quarter cup of almonds over the cake, and return to the oven to finish baking.
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10. 10
    Let the cake cool in the pan for about 20 minutes. Place a plate on top, flip the pan upside down, lift away the pan, then flip the cake again onto a serving plate.
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11. 11
    Cut into slices, drizzle with additional honey, and serve.
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