Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Jewish honey cake, a traditional sweet treat deeply embedded in Jewish culture. This delightful confection, also known as lekach, is often prepared during Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, symbolizing a sweet new beginning. The article presents a collection of three delectable honey cake recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the nuances of each recipe, ranging from the classic marmalade and spice-infused honey cake to the rich and decadent chocolate honey cake and the aromatic honey cake infused with orange zest and cardamom. Let your taste buds rejoice as you discover the perfect honey cake recipe to grace your Rosh Hashanah table.
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MARMALADE 'N SPICE HONEY CAKE (JEWISH)
This recipe was found in the 1998 publication, A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking. This Shabbat cake -- for The Day of Rest -- can be made with either the brewed tea or a brewed, strong coffee. Preparation time does not include time needed for the baked cake to cool.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Citrus
Time 1h10m
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F & grease ONLY the bottom of a 10-inch tube pan, then line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine oil, honey, both sugars & marmalade, blending well, then add the eggs.
- In a larger bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves & allspice, then make a well in the center of this flour mixture & add the wet ingredients AND the brewed tea. Blend well, either by hand or with an electric mixer on slow speed, making a smooth loose batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle the top with the almonds.
- Place the pan of batter on TWO stacked baking sheets (to prevent bottom from browning too fast) & bake 55-60 minutes or until the top of the cake springs back when pressed lightly with a fingertip.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove & let cool on a wire rack.
- Before serving, dust with powdered sugar & sprinkle with a bit of shredded orange zest.
JEWISH HONEY CAKE
This simple honey cake, also known as 'lekach', is a must-have sweet treat when celebrating the Jewish New Year, or Rosh Hashanah. It's best made a few days ahead, as the spicing and texture improve as it matures
Provided by Victoria Prever
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line the base and sides of a 20cm square baking tin. Warm the oil, golden syrup, honey and sugar in a small pan to dissolve the sugar. Stir to combine, then leave to cool. Add the tea and beaten eggs.
- Lightly whisk the flour, baking powder, spices and a pinch of salt in a large bowl to combine. Make a well in the dry ingredients and mix in the wet ingredients, using a whisk or wooden spoon, until combined and lump-free.
- Pour the batter into the lined tin and sprinkle with the almonds, if you like. Bake for 50-55 mins, until the cake springs back when gently pressed and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Don't open the oven for the first 45 mins of baking.
- Leave to cool completely in the tin on a wire rack. Wrap well and keep for three to four days before eating, so the flavour can improve. Cut into nine squares to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 44 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 24 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
JEWISH HONEY CAKE
Traditional honey cake, made for Rosh Hashanah to ensure a sweet New Year but also prepared by honey-cake lovers for special occasions.
Provided by Steve P.
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 Ten inch tube pan, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
- Place the eggs, lemon juice, lemon rind, oil, honey and coffee in a bowl of an electric mixer.
- Mix on low speed until well blended.
- In a separate bowl combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cream of tartar, sugar and cinnamon with a fork until mixed.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the eggs mixture, mixing for about 5 minutes or until well blended.
- Fold in the slivered almonds.
- Pour the batter into the tube pan.
- Bake in the oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.2, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 304.5, Carbohydrate 70.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 41.3, Protein 6.4
JEWISH HONEY CAKE (PARVE)
Posted for Zaar World Tour-Jewish. This recipe was found on a Jewish recipe website. Parve is a Jewish term for all foods that don't fit into the meat or dairy catagories. These foods may be consumed freely with either meat or dairy.
Provided by Bayhill
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray two 9" x 5" loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. Line the bottoms with brown paper.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add sugar, honey, oil and vanilla; mix well.
- In a medium bowl, sift together, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves. Add the sifted, dry ingredients to the egg mixture. Add coffee, apple and raisins. Mix well.
- Divide batter evenly between loaf pans. Bake in a 350ºF for 1 hour, or until a wooden pick inserted into cake comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3196.3, Fat 122.2, SaturatedFat 17.8, Cholesterol 423, Sodium 975.3, Carbohydrate 502.1, Fiber 12.9, Sugar 291.1, Protein 41.7
HONEY SPICE CAKE
Make and share this Honey Spice Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Hadice
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F.
- Grease and flour bundt pan.
- Mix hot water with instant coffee; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix honey, sugar, oil and eggs until very light and fluffy. Add all remaining ingredients including the coffee mixture; mix well.
- Spoon batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center of cake comes out clean.
- Cool 10 minutes.
- Remove from pan; cool completely.
- If desired, drizzled with glaze of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.9, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 216.6, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 26.9, Protein 4.1
Tips:
- To make the honey syrup, be sure to use a heavy-bottomed saucepan. This will help prevent the sugar from burning.
- When adding the honey syrup to the cake batter, be sure to let it cool slightly first. This will prevent the batter from becoming too runny.
- To get the perfect crumb, be sure to sift the flour before measuring it.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly.
- To test if the cake is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
The Marmalade n' Spice Honey Cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, moist crumb and zesty orange flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are celebrating a holiday or simply looking for a special treat, this cake is sure to please.
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