How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Can I make this cake ahead?

Yes, it can be made a day in advance and stored at room temperature once cooled.

Is there a substitute for orange blossom water?

You can substitute it with a mild floral tea like jasmine or omit it for a more subtle flavor.

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, just reduce the added salt in the recipe to enhance the other flavors.

How do I ensure the glaze sets properly?

Make sure the cake is completely cool before applying the glaze for it to set correctly.

Glazed Tunisian Cardamom Orange Cake with Honey Syrup

Name: Glazed Tunisian Cardamom Orange Cake with Honey Syrup
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 slices
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1/4 tsp salt; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; Zest of 1 orange; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup water; 1 tbsp orange blossom water; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tbsp orange juice

Delightful Middle Eastern Flavors in Every Bite

A fragrant and moist cake infused with cardamom, orange zest, and rich honey syrup for a truly exotic dessert experience.

1 h 30 min
8 slices
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Cake

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp ground cardamom

1/4 tsp salt

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

Zest of 1 orange

For the Honey Syrup

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup water

1 tbsp orange blossom water

1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp orange juice

Preparation

Preparing the Cake Batter

Preheat and Prepare Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar

In another bowl, beat the sugar and butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Incorporate orange juice and zest.

Making the Honey Syrup

Combine Ingredients

In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, orange blossom water, and lemon juice.

Simmer

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

Cool Slightly

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Pour the syrup slowly for better absorption.

Cooking Process

Baking the Cake

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Soaking with Syrup

Once baked, poke holes all over the cake with a skewer and slowly pour the warm syrup over the top.

Glazing

Once cool, mix the powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over the cake.

Plating & Serving