Ingredients
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For the Cake
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed, if possible)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee or black tea, cooled
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Honey glaze (recipe below)
- Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or walnuts)
- Fresh fruit
For the Honey Glaze (Optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons honey
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or orange juice
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Equipment
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan, Bundt pan, or two 8-inch round pans. Alternatively, line the pans with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves (if using). Set aside.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In another large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the honey, vegetable oil, orange juice, vanilla extract, and coffee (or tea). Mix until fully combined.
Step 4: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk. Mix until just combined—do not overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
Step 5: Pour the Batter into the Pan
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s). Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Step 6: Bake the Cake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If using multiple pans, check for doneness around the 45-minute mark.
Step 7: Cool and Decorate
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar, drizzle with honey glaze, or top with chopped nuts as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes + Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g