Active Work Time: 45 minutes


Total Preparation Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

We recommend Scharffen Berger semi-sweet chocolate because of its clarity of taste and smooth melting qualities.

HONEY CAKE BATTER

1 3/4 cups flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 cup oil

1/2 cup honey

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed

2 eggs

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup tea

1/4 cup orange juice