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Beat the egg and sugar together until light.
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Mix in the honey, cinnamon, cloves and baking soda.
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Gradually stir in the flour and beat the batter till blended.
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Brown 2 tbsp of sugar in a small saucepan.
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To it, add 1 1/2 to 2 tbsp of water and bring to a boil.
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Add this to the batter with the honey to make the batter brown.
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Pour into a buttered baking pan that has been dusted with flour.
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Smooth the top and sprinkle the silvered almonds.
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Bake in a moderate oven for 15- 20 minutes.
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After the cake cools, cut it into 2 layers and spread a filling of jam in between.
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Dust with icing sugar and serve.