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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Beat butter until smooth, about 2-3 minutes, with hand beater or in standing mixer in a large bowl.
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Beat in sugar; cream thoroughly.
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Beat in eggs, one at a time, until incorporated.
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Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
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Beat 1/3 of the flour mixture into the butter mixture, 1/2 of the milk, 1/3 of the flour, the rest of the milk, and then the rest of the flour.
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Mix well after each addition.
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(TIP: When alternating milk/flour, always begin and end with flour.)
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Batter will be thick.
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Grease two 8-inch round pans or one 9x13 inch pan with shortening and dust with flour.
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You can also place a round piece of parchment paper in the bottom of the pan AFTER greasing/flouring.
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Pour the batter into the pan(s).
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If using round pans, be sure to distribute evenly.
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Bake in pre-heated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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FOR FROSTING: In a small bowl, cream the butter until smooth.
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Beat in vanilla and honey.
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Gradually add in powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
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If necessary, add milk 1 T. at a time to thin.
