BYZANTINE SPICE CAKE

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

Provided by Mikekey *

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.

Christopher Carney
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always a hit.


AAkash Kashmari
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The cake was a little dry, but the flavor was good.


Rana Arslan
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This cake was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Overall, it was a well-made cake with a unique flavor.


Shaikh Iqra
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I'm not usually a fan of spice cakes, but this one is an exception. The flavors are subtle and well-balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy.


Toxic Gaming
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The spices are perfectly balanced and the honey adds a lovely sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Joan Cohen
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The spices give it a warm and inviting flavor that everyone loves.


Donna O'Dell
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This is my new go-to recipe for spice cake. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Alam Khan
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone raved about the flavor and texture.


Shoaib Rafiq
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


debbie bernardo
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spice cakes, but I'm so glad I did! The combination of spices is perfect, and the cake is moist and flavorful without being too sweet.


Simion Ongori
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This Byzantine spice cake is a delightful culinary journey through time. Its unique blend of spices and honey creates a moist, flavorful cake that is both comforting and exotic.