Lebkuchen Honey Coffee Cake

Method

1. Grease a loaf pan well.

2. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. Heat the honey, then let it cool slightly.

4. Cream the shortening, sugar, and eggs together.

5. Mix the spices (cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves) into the flour, along with the baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

6. Dribble the honey over the sugar and shortening mixture while beating.

7. Add the flour mixture and the coffee alternately, mixing well.

8. Add the lemon extract.

9. Pour the mixture into the pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.

   20 min

10. Reduce the temperature to 325°F (165°C) and bake 1 hour more.

    1 hr

11. When done, let it sit on a damp cloth for a few minutes, then turn out onto a rack.