Honey Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and baking soda; set aside.
2. 2
   Mix the instant coffee with the water; blend the oil, honey, orange peel, and brandy.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy; gradually add the sugar and beat until light; add to the honey mixture.
4. 4
   Combine the flour mixture alternately with the honey mixture, starting with flour and ending with flour.
5. 5
   Stir in the walnuts.
6. 6
   Pour the batter into an oiled and waxed paper-lined 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
7. 7
   Bake in a 325 oven for about 50 minutes.
8. 8
   Test with a toothpick.
9. 9
   If moist, continue baking until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. 10
    Invert the cake onto a wire rack.
11. 11
    Cool.
12. 12
    Peel off the waxed paper and wrap in aluminum foil to maintain freshness.