Description
Orange Ginger Honey Cakes are a delightful fusion of flavors that bring warmth and brightness to any occasion. These moist and aromatic cakes combine the spicy notes of ginger with the zesty essence of orange, sweetened naturally with honey. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat, they promise to impress with their unique taste and texture. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, these cakes make a fantastic addition to your dessert repertoire. Serve them as is or elevate them with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (optional for extra spice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix honey, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla, and fresh grated ginger until well blended.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg