Greek Spice Cake
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this aromatic Greek Spice Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert infused with warm spices, citrusy orange zest, and fragrant honey glaze. Made with pantry staples like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, this luscious cake gets an irresistible twist from olive oil, orange juice, and a hint of vanilla, giving it a perfect balance of rich and zesty flavors. Ideal for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat, it’s baked to golden perfection and finished with a glistening honey syrup that seeps into every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in under 20 minutes, this crowd-pleaser serves 12 and pairs beautifully with a cup of Greek coffee or tea. Discover the magic of traditional Greek baking with this spiced masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups olive oil
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 0.5 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or bundt pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar and olive oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the orange juice, milk, vanilla extract, and grated orange zest to the wet mixture until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the honey glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the powdered sugar, honey, and water. Heat over low until just warmed and combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
Brush the cake with the honey glaze while it is still warm to allow it to soak in.
Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. Optionally, dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.1 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 569 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 3615 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.6 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 372.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 765 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
