Best 3 Greek Honey Cake Recipes

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the traditional Greek honey cake, also known as melomakarona, with our curated collection of recipes. These delectable treats are a delectable blend of simple ingredients, including flour, sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, and the star ingredient, honey. We offer three variations of this classic recipe to cater to your preferences: a traditional melomakarona recipe that stays true to its roots, a vegan version for those with dietary restrictions, and a gluten-free alternative for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can recreate these honey-infused delights in the comfort of their own kitchens. Prepare to captivate your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these irresistible Greek honey cakes.

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GREEK HONEY CAKE

Greek Honey Cake image

Very moist cake, often found at Greek food festivals.

Provided by Jan O'Leary Merzlak

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon orange zest
¾ cup butter
¾ cup white sugar
3 eggs
¼ cup milk
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup white sugar
1 cup honey
¾ cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and orange rind. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in the walnuts.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool for 15 minutes, then cut into diamond shapes. Pour honey syrup over the cake.
For the Honey Syrup: In a saucepan, combine honey, 1 cup sugar and water. Bring to a simmer and cook 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 77.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 196.3 mg, Sugar 53 g

GREEK HONEY & LEMON CAKE WITH A TWIST

Greek Honey & Lemon Cake with A Twist image

This is such a fantastic cake!! Golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside, bright yellow and moist on the inside. The combination of lemon and honey flavours in the cake is really great. The sesame seeds give it a added twist to it. From the Cookbook Desserts by Rosemary Wilkinson. PLEASE DO NOT TRY THIS RECIPE, I HAVE MESSED IT UP SOMEHOW AND I CAN'T SOLVE IT. SO SORRY.

Provided by KitchenManiac

Categories Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16 slices

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter (I prefer Butter)
4 tablespoons clear honey
1 lemon, juice and rind of
2/3 cup low-fat milk
1 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup semolina flour
2 egg whites, beaten till they form soft peaks
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

Pre-heat oven to 200C/400F Lightly grease and line a 7 1/2 inch square deep cake tin.
Place margarine/butter and 3 tablespoon honey in a saucepan and heat gently till melted.
Reserve 1 tablespoon lemon juice, stir in the rest with lemon rind and milk.
Combine both the lemon mixture and butter mixture together.
Sift together the flour, baking powder and nutmeg, add to the wet mixture.
Add the semolina flour into the mixture.
Fold egg whites evenly into the mixture.
Spoon into cake tin and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake for 25-39 minutes, till golden brown.
Mix the reserved honey and lemon juice and drizzle over the cake while it is still warm.
Cool in the tin, then cut into fingers to serve.

GREEK HONEY CAKE

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Categories Cake Nut Dessert Bake

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cloves
1 cup flour
1/2 cup nuts(almonds, pistachios, walnuts in any combination),chopped
HONEY SYRUP:
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup water
1 T lemon juice
zest of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time. Combine dry dry ingredients and 1/4 cup of the nuts. Add to butter and sugar mixture alternating with buttermilk. Pour into 10" springform pan. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup nuts. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.Cool cake in the pan. Bring syrup ingredients to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Slowly spoon honey syrup over the cake. Cover and let sit at least several hours to absorb all the syrup. TO SERVE:Remove springform sides. Cut into wedges.Serve with sweetened whipped cream.

Tips:

Let the batter rise in a warm place: This will help the yeast to activate and produce a light and fluffy cake.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the cake tough.
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Greek honey cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it plain or topped with frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give Greek honey cake a try.