Honey Cake for Rosh Hashana

Celebrate the sweetness of the Jewish New Year with this classic Honey Cake for Rosh Hashana, a moist and fragrant dessert steeped in tradition. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and enriched with golden honey, orange juice, and a hint of coffee, this cake boasts a delightful balance of sweetness and depth. The addition of grated orange zest lends a refreshing citrus twist, making each bite irresistible. Perfectly tender thanks to the combination of brown sugar and vegetable oil, this easy-to-make cake is ready in under an hour and serves as a heartfelt centerpiece for your holiday table. Whether enjoyed plain or dusted with powdered sugar, this honey cake symbolizes wishes for a sweet and prosperous year ahead, embracing both tradition and flavor in every slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 375 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 240 milliliters Honey
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Brown sugar (packed)
• 120 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 3 units Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 240 milliliters Brewed coffee (cooled)
• 120 milliliters Orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Grated orange zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another mixing bowl, combine the honey, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Add the vegetable oil to the honey mixture and whisk well until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure each egg is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the brewed coffee and orange juice, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir just until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the grated orange zest for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy the honey cake, either plain or dusted with powdered sugar, as part of your Rosh Hashana celebration.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1575.4 grams (1575.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4467

Total Fat 125.30g	161%
Saturated Fat 20.30g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.20g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 3600mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 807.30g	294%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 507.10g
Protein 59.50g	119%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 279mg	21%
Iron 23mg	126%
Potassium 1254mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 70.3%