Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Honey Cake
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness at 35 minutes.
- After baking, poke holes in the cake and pour the cooled syrup over it to soak.
- Allow the cake to rest for at least 2 hours or overnight to absorb the flavors.
- Serve garnished with crushed nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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Notes
Follow expert tips for best results, such as cooling the syrup before soaking and measuring flour properly. Feel free to experiment with spices.