The ultimate summer dessert that’s as sweet and sunny as it looks! A step-by-step guide to this charming, buzz-worthy treat your friends and family will adore.
Why You’ll Fall in Love With This Honey Bee Sunflower Cake
There’s something undeniably joyful about a sunflower—and when you combine that with the golden sweetness of honey and a delightful bee-themed design, magic happens. This Honey Bee Sunflower Cake isn’t just a dessert; it’s a celebration of summer, sunshine, and sweetness all in one adorable slice.
Perfect for birthdays, garden parties, or just because—it’s a showstopper that’s surprisingly easy to make. Plus, it’s made with simple pantry ingredients and can be customized to suit any occasion.
We’ll guide you through each step of making this honey-themed sunflower cake, from baking the perfect base to decorating it with charming bee designs. This post is your go-to guide for creating a Honey Bee Sunflower Cake that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cake:
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup honey
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
For the Frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1–2 tbsp heavy cream (as needed)
• Yellow gel food coloring
For Decoration:
• Chocolate chips or brown M&Ms (for bee heads)
• Sliced almonds (bee wings)
• Black icing (stripes and smiley faces)
• Green sprinkles or shredded coconut dyed green (for grass)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Bake the Cake Layers
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and honey until fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture. Pour batter evenly into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
2. Make the Honey Buttercream Frosting
Beat the butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in the honey and a few drops of yellow food coloring. Add cream as needed for smooth spreading consistency.
3. Assemble Your Sunflower
Place one cake layer on your cake board. Spread a generous layer of yellow honey frosting. Add the second layer and frost the entire cake.
Using a star tip piping bag, create sunflower petals radiating outward. Use chocolate chips or crushed Oreos in the center for a realistic sunflower core.
4. Decorate With Buzzing Bees
Make tiny bees using chocolate chips for heads and sliced almonds for wings. Use black icing to pipe bee stripes and smiles. Place them buzzing around the sunflower petals or flying in a swirl pattern.
Tips for Success
• Use gel coloring for vibrant sunflower yellow.
• If you’re short on time, a boxed yellow cake mix works too—just add honey for flavor.
• Keep the bees small and simple for an adorable finish.
• Want it nut-free? Use marshmallow halves for wings instead of almonds.
Why This Cake Is Going Viral
This cake is trending for a reason! It’s:
• Incredibly photogenic (perfect for Pinterest and Instagram)
• Themed for summer and nature lovers
• Sweetened with natural honey
• Kid-friendly and fun to decorate
• A joyful surprise for any celebration
With its charming honey bee details and bright sunflower petals, this cake is guaranteed to make people smile—and share it!
Final Buzz
Whether you’re celebrating a sunny day or just want to surprise someone with something sweet, this Honey Bee Sunflower Cake is a joyful bake that delivers both beauty and flavor. Try it once, and it’ll become your new favorite summer tradition.