Description
This Greek Honey Cake is a delightful, moist dessert with the rich flavors of cinnamon, orange zest, and walnuts. Topped with a sweet spiced honey reduction, it delivers a perfect balance of warmth and sweetness, making it a fantastic treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cake:
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1 cup Gluten-Free Flour Blend with xanthan gum (Pillsbury & Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 baking flour are great options)
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¾ cup butter (or dairy-free alternative like Earth Balance Buttery Sticks)
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½ cup white sugar
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3 eggs
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2 tablespoons milk (or dairy-free alternative)
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1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
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1 cup chopped walnuts
For the Spiced Honey Reduction:
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1 cup honey
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½ cup white sugar
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½ cup water
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1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
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1 whole cinnamon stick
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the milk and fresh orange zest.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Spiced Honey Reduction:
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In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, white sugar, water, lemon juice, orange zest, and cinnamon stick.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
To Assemble:
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Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the spiced honey reduction over the top of the cake, allowing it to soak into the surface and seep through the layers.
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Garnish with additional chopped walnuts, if desired, and serve.
Notes
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You can substitute the walnuts with other nuts, such as almonds or pistachios, for a different flavor.
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For a more intense flavor, you can let the honey reduction sit for a little longer to thicken further before using it.
- This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek