BYZANTINE SPICE CAKE

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From Assumption Greek Orthodox Church cookbook. Top with honey syrup (included) or a powdered sugar glaze.

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Categories     Cakes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 c vegetable oil
1 1/2 c granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 c plain greek yogurt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 c orange juice
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground mace
TOPPING
1 1/2 c granulated sugar
1 c water
1 c honey

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • 2. Beat oil and sugar together. Add eggs and half of the yogurt. Mix well.
  • 3. Mix baking soda into orange juice and add to batter.
  • 4. Sift dry ingredients together and add to oil mixture. Stir in remaining yogurt and mix well.
  • 5. Pour into prepared pan and bake 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
  • 6. For topping: Boil all topping ingredients for about 15 minutes, covering pan the last 5 minutes (reduce heat if needed to keep it from boiling over).
  • 7. Pour hot syrup over the cake. Let soak in and cut into squares to serve.

Mohamed Fasal
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I had trouble finding some of the spices for this cake, but it was worth the effort. The end result was a delicious and unique cake.


Linda Chaplin
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


Hina Sheikh
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Joel Vancy
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Musiimenta Aisha
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I wasn't sure how I would like this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a moist and flavorful cake with a unique spice blend.


Shani Gamer
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This cake is a bit more time-consuming to make than some other cakes, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert.


Fiona Rapinett
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The spices really make it special.


awaisjutt Awais786
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover spices. It's also a delicious and festive dessert.


Cynthia Cifelli
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Max Legend
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The spices gave it a warm and inviting flavor.


Joanne Bailey
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I've never had Byzantine spice cake before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. The spices gave it a unique flavor that I really liked.


Bobby The Handsome Guy Johnson
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This Byzantine spice cake was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were complex and delicious, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


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