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Greek Honey Cake

Delicious Greek Honey Cake Recipe for a Sweet Escape

Indulge in this Greek Honey Cake, bursting with honey, citrus, and spices for a delicious dessert experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Activates with yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Stir in warm undertones
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves Adds warm spice note
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Use brown sugar for richer sweetness
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil For moisture and richness
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature for best results
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt Choose dairy-free for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Can be omitted if needed
  • 1 tablespoon zest of orange Infuses bright notes
  • 0.5 tablespoon zest of lemon Adds fresh citrus aroma
For the Honey Syrup
  • 1 cup water Necessary for dissolving sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust according to taste
  • 1 cup high-quality honey Brings Greek essence to syrup
  • 1 piece cinnamon stick Contributes warmth
  • 0.5 teaspoon cloves Adds aromatic complexity
  • 1 cup citrus peels Imparts zestiness

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Honey Cake
  1. Combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, a cinnamon stick, cloves, and citrus peels in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat, stir in honey and lemon juice, then strain and cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoons of baking soda, and spices until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, blend 1 cup of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of olive oil, and 3 eggs until creamy. Then, add yogurt, vanilla, and zests and stir gently until smooth.
  5. Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness at 35 minutes.
  7. After baking, poke holes in the cake and pour the cooled syrup over it to soak.
  8. Allow the cake to rest for at least 2 hours or overnight to absorb the flavors.
  9. Serve garnished with crushed nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Follow expert tips for best results, such as cooling the syrup before soaking and measuring flour properly. Feel free to experiment with spices.

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