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orange ginger honey cakes

Deliciously Moist Orange Ginger Honey Cakes You’ll Love

Enjoy the delightful fusion of orange, ginger, and honey in these moist, tender cakes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest substitute with lemon zest if desired
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger or dried ginger as an alternative
  • 1 cup honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 2 cups flour use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder standard or aluminum-free
  • 2 large eggs or use flax or chia eggs for vegan alternative
  • 1/2 cup butter or coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup water or milk almond milk is a great dairy-free choice
For the Glaze (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar combine with orange juice for glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch round cake pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Orange Ginger Honey Cakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather ingredients and equipment.
  2. Grease the baking pan generously with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and honey until smooth, then mix in eggs one at a time.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
  6. Fold in orange zest and grated ginger until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Optional: Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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