Greek Honey Almond Cake
A moist, fragrant, and rustic almond cake infused with the warmth of honey and a hint of citrus that captures the essence of a Mediterranean afternoon.
Ingredients
- •1 cup unsalted butter, softened (225g)
- •3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- •3 large eggs, room temperature
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- •2 cups almond flour (200g)
- •1/2 cup all-purpose flour (65g)
- •1 teaspoon baking powder
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1/3 cup honey (115g)
- •1/4 cup sliced almonds for topping
- •Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 5
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 7
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the surface of the batter.
- 8
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Remove the cake from the oven and immediately drizzle the honey over the warm surface, allowing it to soak into the crumb.
- 10
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Chef tips
- For a deeper flavor, lightly toast the sliced almonds in a dry pan before sprinkling them on top of the batter.
- This cake stays moist for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Serve with a dollop of thick Greek yogurt or a spoonful of whipped cream to balance the sweetness of the honey.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cake should have a golden-brown, slightly crunchy almond crust with a tender, moist interior that smells intensely of toasted nuts and bright lemon.