Classic Honey Cake Recipe for Every Occasion

In a mixing bowl, beat the two large eggs with the baking soda until well combined.

In a saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, sugar, and honey. Place over a double boiler and gently heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Gradually pour the egg and baking soda mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously. Cook until the mixture lightens in color and increases in volume, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Slowly add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, starting with a spatula and then switching to your hands as it combines. The dough will be sticky, so be patient and avoid adding excess flour. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

After resting, transfer the dough to a floured surface. Divide it into 8 equal portions for smaller cakes or 6 for larger ones.

Roll each piece into a very thin circle, ideally using parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking. Make sure to leave extra dough around the edges for crumbs.

Using a baking ring, lid, or plate, cut out the circles to ensure they are uniform in size. Poke holes all over the surface with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.

Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (about 400 degrees Fahrenheit). Place each rolled-out layer onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake each layer for about 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown, making sure they do not burn. While one layer bakes, roll out the next to keep the process moving.

While the cake layers are cooling, prepare the cream filling. In a bowl, mix the sour cream and the sweetened condensed milk together until smooth and creamy.

This combination should yield a rich and luscious filling that will complement your honey cake beautifully.

Once all layers are baked and cooled, layer them on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the cream filling between each cake layer.

Once assembled, use the remaining cream to frost the top and sides of your cake. You can also crumble leftover cake layers to decorate the top for a beautiful finish.