SWISS HONEY CAKE (LEBKUCHEN)

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from "The Swiss Cookbook". I haven't made it yet. To reduce dryness, try lowering the heat to 325 and test for doneness before removing. (Alternatively, this may be due to too much flour. Other honey cake recipes look like they use about 3.5 cups.)

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 1 batc h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup honey
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
1 cup cream
2 tablespoons kirsch
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon crushed anise seed
2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 cups flour (approximately)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Blend honey with the coffee, cream, kirsch, sugar and spices.
  • Sift the flour with the baking powder and soda; add it to the first mixture. Beat until smooth. The dough should be sticky.
  • Put into a well-buttered 15x10 baking pan, spreading evenly to the corners. It should be about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
  • Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes. Cut into bars.

Md Abdul
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I'm so glad I made this cake. It's a new family favorite!


Karma Tamang
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This cake is the perfect way to end a meal. It's not too heavy and it's just sweet enough.


Bhuzel Kamala
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cake didn't rise properly. I'm going to try again and see if I can get it right this time.


Shayan Shorts Editz (Shayaneditz)
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This cake is so easy to make. I didn't have any trouble following the recipe.


Daim Fareed
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I love the unique flavor of the cardamom in this cake. It's a nice touch.


Faisal Rana
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I'm so impressed with this cake. It's so moist and flavorful. I can't believe it's gluten-free.


Ajjid Hassan
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This cake is a bit too dense for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Zuheb Shaikh
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted the almonds with chopped walnuts. The cake turned out just as good.


Asia Imran
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This cake is a labor of love, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake that's perfect for any occasion.


Lizz Collins
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best Swiss honey cake I've ever had.


HUJA F SikdaR
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll cut down on the amount of honey next time.


Jermaine Johns
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. It's a nice change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cakes.


Adnan Hossen
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This cake is so delicious and festive. It's the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.


MH RADOAN
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Caleb Pollman
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the cake always turns out perfect.


Justin Johannes
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake turned out dry and crumbly. I'm going to try again and see if I can get it right this time.


gracie (ur fav girlie)
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This cake was a hit at my party. Everyone loved it!


Sabri Tahir
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I'm not usually a fan of honey cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Muhammad anjum Muhammad anjum
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OMG! This is the best honey cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful. I can't wait to make it again.


Mohen Chandra
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This Swiss honey cake is a must-try! It has the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The honey flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the cake is moist and fluffy.