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Passover Honey Cake

Delicious Passover Honey Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

This Passover Honey Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of tradition, love, and warmth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour this is your cake’s structure and supports the delightful rise.
  • 1 cup honey acts as the star sweetener, infusing the cake with rich, floral notes.
  • 3 large eggs these bind the ingredients together, adding moisture and richness.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil ensures a tender crumb and keeps the cake moist for days.
  • 1 tsp baking powder helps the cake rise beautifully, creating that perfect texture.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon brings warmth and spice, adding depth to the cake's flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger complements the cinnamon, adding a hint of zest.
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee this surprising ingredient enhances the cake's flavor profile beautifully.
  • 1 pinch salt balances the sweetness and enhances all the flavors in your Passover Honey Cake.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Passover Honey Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures that your cake bakes evenly and perfectly, achieving that golden hue we all love.
  2. Combine the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, 1 tsp of ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of ground ginger, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
  3. Whisk the wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of honey, 3 large eggs, and 1/2 cup of vegetable oil until they are fully combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Mix the dry into the wet. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Stir in the coffee. Pour in your cooled 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee, mixing until the batter is smooth and rich.
  6. Pour the batter. Transfer your luscious batter into a greased and floured baking pan. Spread it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes. Place the pan in your preheated oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a drizzle of extra honey for a delightful touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.

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