Winnie the Pooh Honey Cake: a Recipe for True Bears

Winnie the Pooh Honey Cake: a Recipe for True Bears

Winnie the Pooh and his love of honey is one of the most tender stories of childhood. A rich, fragrant honey cake is the perfect way to pay tribute to the stuffed bear and his beloved 'hunny'.

History and origin

A.A. Milne's character was based on a real bear called Winnie, which the writer saw at London Zoo in 1921. Disney adapted the character in 1966. Honey in the stories is not just food but a symbol of pleasure and life's simple joys.

Key ingredients

Honey cake: plain flour, runny honey (buckwheat for a strong flavour), eggs, butter, baking powder, cinnamon and a little cardamom. Cream: sour cream or mascarpone whipped with honey and vanilla.

How to cook at home

Honey cake is best left overnight in the fridge after assembling: the layers absorb the cream and soften. Decorate in the shape of a honey pot and write the letters HUNNY in yellow icing.

This recipe will transport you to the atmosphere of your favourite film or series right at your dining table.