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Orange Ginger Honey Loaf Cakes

Orange Ginger Honey Loaf Cakes

Orange Ginger Honey Loaf Cakes offer a moist and tender crumb infused with the bright zest of fresh oranges, warming ground ginger, and natural honey sweetness. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe balances bold citrus and spice flavors with a comforting texture you’ll enjoy again and again.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf cake (about 8-10 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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Citrus Components

  • 2 fresh oranges (zest and juice)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or oil (coconut oil for vegan)

Optional Additions

  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 1/3 cup dried fruit

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Zest and juice the fresh oranges. Measure and sift the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, salt). Bring eggs and butter or oil to room temperature for better mixing.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, melted butter or oil, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until well combined and fragrant.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing gently just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Bake the Loaf: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring the perfect texture and moistness.

Notes

  • Choose fresh oranges for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf light and fluffy.
  • Start checking doneness at 45 minutes using a toothpick or skewer.
  • For extra shine and moisture, brush the cooled cake with warmed honey as a glaze.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to create a smooth batter and even baking.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend and xanthan gum)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loaf)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: orange cake, ginger cake, honey loaf, citrus dessert, moist cake, spiced cake, gluten-free option, vegan option