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Majestic and Moist Honey Cake

Makes
Servings: 16
Ingredients
17
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Ingredients

Amounts
  • 3 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons (445 grams) all-purpose flour (see Note)
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder (see Note)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (see Note)
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 cup (200 grams) vegetable or another neutral oil
  • 1 cup (320 grams) honey
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110 grams) light or dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (235 grams) warm coffee or strong tea (I use decaf)
  • 1/2 cup (120 grams) fresh orange juice, apple cider, or apple juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 grams) rye or whiskey, or additional juice
  • 1/2 cup (50 grams) slivered or sliced almonds (optional)
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