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SOY-FREE Can be made NUT-FREE by omitting almonds Honey cake is a traditional dessert at Jewish celebrations, whether formal holidays or not, and is a fixture in the Ashkenazic Rosh Hashanah repertoire. In this recipe, dark agave nectar and maple syrup are combined to create a truly authentic flavor.

• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry or spelt flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice
• 1 cup dark agave nectar or pure maple syrup, or half of each
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup safflower oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dark or golden raisins
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

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