Description
Orange ginger honey cakes combine the bright zest of fresh oranges with the warmth of ginger and the sweetness of honey, resulting in a moist, flavorful dessert that’s sure to impress. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these delightful cakes evoke memories of family gatherings and cozy afternoons. Serve them warm with a drizzle of honey for an irresistible treat that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an eight-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and grated ginger.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in orange juice and zest.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with warm honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg