Moist Rosh Hashana (New Year) Honey Cake Recipe

Name: Moist Rosh Hashana (New Year) Honey Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dry Ingredients; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ginger; 4 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon clove; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 cup whiskey (optional); Wet Ingredients; 3 eggs, slightly beaten; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 cup honey (I usually go with wild clover, but whatever's available, go for the thickest honey); 1 cup oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup black tea, strong (I've used Earl Grey each time) or 1 cup coffee; 1/2 cup orange juice (bottled or fresh-squeezed is fine, but fresh-squeezed has worked best for me); 1 orange, zest (optional)

Servings: persons

Dry Ingredients
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon ginger
4 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup whiskey (optional)
Wet Ingredients
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup honey (I usually go with wild clover, but whatever's available, go for the thickest honey)
1 cup oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup black tea, strong (I've used Earl Grey each time) or 1 cup coffee
1/2 cup orange juice (bottled or fresh-squeezed is fine, but fresh-squeezed has worked best for me)
1 orange, zest (optional)

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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F If you're using black or dark-colored pans, reduce to 325u00b0F.", "Prepare a 10 inch bundt pan, or tube pan, or 3 8"" x 41/2"" loaf pans.", "Grease and flour the bottoms of the pans - better yet, use baking parchment paper to line the bottoms of the pans: it makes getting your cake out in one piece easier!", "Mix all the dry ingredients in a large bowl or the bowl of your electric mixer.", "Add wet ingredients and mix until well combined.", "Pour slowly into prepared pans to avoid bubbles.", "Tap pans against counter to free any bubbles.", "Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.", "Let the cake stand for at lease 15 minutes before you try and get it out of the pan.", "Invert it on a wire rack and cool completely.", "Wrap tightly in wax-paper, and then in foil to keep.", "This is one of those cakes that gets better the longer you let it sit; if you can make it 3 days in advance, that's actually ideal. It is also delicious right away."]

1643

kcal

Calories

Fat

244

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dry Ingredients, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 3 1/2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Moist Rosh Hashana (New Year) Honey Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Moist Rosh Hashana (New Year) Honey Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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