Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F. Cut out three 9-inch circles of parchment paper and place them in the bottom of each greased cake pan.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat 3/4 cup softened butter until smooth.
- Add 2 and 1/3 cups granulated sugar and beat for 2 minutes, scraping sides and bottom.
- Add 2/3 cup raw honey and beat well. Then add 3/4 cup vegetable oil and mix to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together 5 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1/2 cup full fat sour cream until smooth.
- In a fine mesh strainer over a medium bowl, sift together 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup masa harina, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon baking powder.
- Remove the strainer and mix in 1 and 1/2 cups cornmeal.
- Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 28-33 minutes until the edges are set and golden brown.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- For the frosting, beat 2 cups softened Kerry Gold butter until smooth, then add 3/4 cup honey and mix until fluffy.
- Mix in 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons cornstarch, add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, then gradually add the remaining powdered sugar until fluffy.
Assembly
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a cake stand, spreading about 1 and 1/2 cups frosting on top, and repeating with the other layers.
- Cover the sides of the cake with frosting and garnish with polenta and drizzle with honey.
Nutrition
Notes
Using room temperature ingredients helps achieve a smoother batter and fluffier cake. Ensure your baking powder is fresh for the best rise; this is key for that perfect texture. Don't skip cooling the layers completely before frosting to prevent a melty mess.
