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Orange Ginger Honey Cakes

Delicious Orange Ginger Honey Cakes for Cozy Moments

Delight in the flavorful combination of Orange Ginger Honey Cakes, a perfect guilt-free treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Mixture
  • 1 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup.
  • Zest and Juice of 2 medium Fresh Oranges Always opt for fresh.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Adjust if using fresh ginger.
  • 2 cups Flour Can swap for gluten-free flour blend.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not substitute with baking soda.
  • 1/2 cup Oil (Vegetable or Coconut) Butter can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with orange juice for glaze.
  • Juice of 1 medium Fresh Orange Fresh is best for taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Baking Pans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pans by greasing them lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh orange zest, orange juice, and oil until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pans, filling each no more than two-thirds full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best flavor. Wrap cooled cakes to maintain moisture.

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