Honey Cakelets with Cream Cheese Frosting

Sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon and cardamom, these cutie individual cakelets are perfect when you’re entertaining—just set them out on the buffet table and let everyone help themselves. The batter is smooth and thin, made with oil instead of butter, and includes the addition of hot water, which creates a moist and tender result. If you’re lucky enough to find honeycomb at the market, cut it into small pieces, about ¼ inch (6 mm) square, and use a piece to garnish each of the