Orange Ginger Honey Cakes
A delightful treat combining orange zest and ginger, sweetened with honey, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 pieces eggs
- 1/4 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the orange juice and orange zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool, then serve with a drizzle of honey or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
To store Orange Ginger Honey Cakes, place them in an airtight container. They will stay fresh at room temperature for about 2-3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for about a week or freeze them for up to three months.