Honey Cake with Almonds

Rosh Hashanah

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups flour

2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

3 eggs

3/4 cup dark brown sugar

1 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

3/4 cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon orange rind, grated

1/2 cup applesauce

3/4 cup almonds, chopped

Honey Tips

Honey Flavors and Colors

Honey has different flavors and colors, depending on the location and kinds of flowers the bees visit. Climatic conditions of the area also influence its flavor and color.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly grease and flour a 9"x 13" pan. Sift together first 6 ingredients. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add brown sugar and honey. Beat well. Add oil gradually, until well blended. Mix in orange rind. Beat in flour mixture alternately with applesauce. Stir in almonds. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 50 minutes, or until cake tests done.