Macedonian Honey Cake (Македонска медена торта)
This Macedonian Honey Cake, or Македонска медена торта, is a traditional dessert that is rich in flavor and history. The combination of honey, walnuts, and spices creates a decadent and aromatic cake that is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until thick and pale.
- Gradually add the honey, oil, and milk, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
9x13 inch baking pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Spatula Wire rack
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Macedonian Honey Cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a beautiful and delicious presentation.
Tips & tricks
For an extra special touch, drizzle the cake with a little extra honey just before serving.
Cost
$10