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Orange Honey Cakes

Irresistible Orange Honey Cakes That Spark Joy and Flavor

Experience the enchanting flavor of Orange Honey Cakes, a delightful gluten-free and vegan-friendly treat that will bring joy to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 3-4 pieces Seville Oranges Use fresh for the best result.
  • ½ cup Wildflower Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Salted Butter Use melted coconut oil for a vegan alternative.
  • ⅔ cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 large Eggs For vegan, replace with flax eggs.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk For vegan, replace with flax eggs.
  • 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for GF option.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda
  • ¼ tsp Fine Sea Salt
  • ⅓ cup Candied Orange Peel Dried apricots can substitute.
For the Glaze
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 2 tbsp Warm Orange Juice
Decorative Touch
  • Edible Gold Dust/Sparkles Optional but adds a magical touch.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • microplane or zester

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by lining it with parchment liners or greasing it with butter or oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, zest the Seville oranges and juice them, collecting the citrus goodness. Add the honey and a pinch of black pepper, stirring gently.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened salted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually mix in the steeped orange mixture along with the eggs.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt until combined, then fold into the wet ingredients.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Mix honey with warm orange juice to create the glaze.
  7. Brush the glaze over warm cakes and add edible gold dust if desired. Let the cakes set for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

These Orange Honey Cakes make for a delightful centerpiece at gatherings. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.