Orange Ginger Honey Cake (Printable Format)
Soft, fragrant cake with real orange juice, honey, and ginger, topped by a sweet, citrusy glaze.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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3/4 cup raw honey
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2 large eggs
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1 cup fresh orange juice
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Zest of 2 oranges
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1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
→ Optional Glaze
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons orange juice
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking pan thoroughly.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
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In a separate bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, raw honey, and eggs. Mix until fully incorporated.
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Stir the orange juice, fresh orange zest, and grated ginger into the wet mixture.
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Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
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If desired, stir together the honey and orange juice for the glaze. Brush the glaze over the warm cake immediately after baking.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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For optimal flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest.