Siphniac Honey Cake Recipe

Transport yourself to the sun-drenched islands of Greece with this authentic Siphniac Honey Cake recipe! Originally featured in a 1973 Good Housekeeping "Cooking for Today" magazine, this classic recipe boasts a flaky pastry crust and a luscious honey-cinnamon cream cheese filling. A true taste of history, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy afternoon treat. Easy to follow instructions and precise measurements ensure baking success.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 508.6 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Siphniac Honey Cake

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How to Make Siphniac Honey Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C/Gas Mark 4).
  2. In a medium bowl, sift 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour. Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add 1 tablespoon of ice water, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch round baking tin with slightly raised edges. Carefully transfer the dough to the tin.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), ¼ cup honey, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in 2 large eggs, one at a time, until just combined.
  7. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pastry base.
  8. Sprinkle the top with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
  10. Let the cake cool completely in the tin before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

130g

Fat

86g

Carbs

18g

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