Greek Honey Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground cloves • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened • 1 cup granulated sugar • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt • 1/2 cup honey • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the Greek yogurt and honey.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbohydrates: 50g • Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and moist • Spiced with cinnamon and cloves • Topped with chopped walnuts • Perfect for a special occasion or everyday dessert

User Comments:

• "This cake is absolutely delicious! It's moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch." • "I love the Greek spices in this cake. It's a unique and tasty dessert." • "This cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. It's a keeper!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use regular yogurt. • You can also use other nuts, such as almonds or pecans, in this cake. • Let the cake cool completely before slicing it to prevent it from crumbling.