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Moist & Sticky Orange Ginger Honey Cakes

Soft, aromatic honey cakes infused with fresh orange zest and warming ginger spice, finished with a naturally sticky texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 8 cakes
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp cloves optional
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup apple cider

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking pans.
  • Whisk together dry ingredients in a bowl.
  • Cream butter and sugar, then add egg and vanilla.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and cider to form batter.
  • Bake until golden and set. Cool before serving.

Notes

Flavor deepens after resting overnight. Store airtight.
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