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Moist Orange Ginger Honey Cakes

Indulge in Moist Orange Ginger Honey Cakes for Pure Bliss

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Moist Orange Ginger Honey Cakes, a perfect blend of citrus and spice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free
  • 1 cup honey maple syrup for vegan
  • ½ cup butter coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder check for freshness
  • ½ teaspoon salt a pinch of sea salt
  • 2 tablespoon freshly grated ginger the star ingredient
  • zest of 1 large orange orange lemon zest is an alternative
For the Glaze
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ½ cup juice of fresh orange experiment with other juices

Equipment

  • Cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard cake pan.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Blend softened butter and honey until creamy, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in grated ginger and orange zest gently.
  5. Combine dry ingredients with wet, stirring just until combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then glaze with honey and orange juice mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be made gluten-free or vegan with simple substitutions.

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