Traditional Lekach Honey Cake
Traditional Lekach Honey Cake with rich honey flavor and warm spices, a classic and comforting dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup honey
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee or tea
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking pan.
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, combine honey, sugar, oil, and eggs.
- Add coffee or tea and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
- Stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until done.
- Cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overmix batter.
Use good-quality honey for best flavor.
Brush extra honey on top for added moisture.
Use good-quality honey for best flavor.
Brush extra honey on top for added moisture.