Greek Honey Cake

Greek honey cake, also known as “melopita,” is a traditional dessert that is enjoyed in Greece and other parts of the world. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a delicate honey flavour and a slightly sticky texture. Here’s a recipe you can try at home:

Ingredients of Greek Honey Cake

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

How to Make Greek Honey Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan and set aside.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat together the honey, sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy.
4. Gradually stir in the oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add in the flour mixture, whisking until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Greek honey cake!