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Arabic Honey Cake Recipe

Savor the rich, sweet fusion of honey and dates in our Arabic Honey Cake, perfectly complemented by the satisfying crunch of almonds for an unforgettable dessert experience.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 419 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

For the cake:
  • 1/3 c. salted butter plus more for greasing the pan
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 c. brown sugar
  • 1/4 c. white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
For the topping:
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/4 c. white sugar
  • 1/4 c. brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 c. slivered almonds
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 8-10 whole pitted dates

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 204 degrees Celsius).
  2. Grease a 10-inch springform pan with butter.
  3. Beat together the eggs, sugars, and vanilla until the mixture whitens in color. Drizzle in the melted butter and continue to mix well. Sift together the flour and baking powder, then add to the batter while stirring gently.
  4. Pour the batter into the springform pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  5. While it is in the oven, get to work on preparing the topping. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the sugars, honey, almonds, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour the topping gently on the cake and return it to the oven for another 15 minutes. Let the cake cool, then release it from the springform pan and place it on a cake stand or serving platter. Line the edge of the cake with the dates. Serve with coffee.

Notes

  • Store the Arabic Honey Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, ensuring it remains moist. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to a month. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.
  • To reheat, thaw it at room temperature if frozen, then warm it in a preheated oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius) for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 419kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 120mg (40%) Sodium 213mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 41g (82%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 419

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 419kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 213mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 41g 82%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.