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Orange Ginger Honey Cake

Irresistibly Moist Orange Ginger Honey Cake: A Burst of Flavor

This Orange Ginger Honey Cake combines zesty oranges, spicy ginger, and honey for a flavor explosion. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour swap with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger or use fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup raw honey maple syrup as substitute
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice preferably fresh over bottled
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
Optional Glaze
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Equipment

  • 9-inch round or square baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Orange Ginger Honey Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Mix the melted butter, honey, and eggs until smooth in a separate bowl.
  4. Stir in the orange juice, zest, and grated ginger to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  7. Mix honey and orange juice for the glaze; brush over the cake if desired.
  8. Cool the cake for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and allow proper cooling time.

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