Orange Ginger Honey Cakes: 5 Easy Recipes That Wow Every Time
This Orange Ginger Honey Cake is a moist and aromatic dessert combining fresh citrus, warming ginger, and natural honey sweetness. It’s perfect for fall or anytime you want a flavorful treat.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup honey
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- 3. In another bowl, beat butter and honey until creamy.
- 4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
- 5. Mix in orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- 6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
- 7. Pour batter into pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- 8. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for best flavor.
- Can substitute maple syrup for honey.
- Top with whipped cream or orange glaze.
- Great served with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: orange ginger honey cake, spiced cake, easy dessert, autumn cake