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Fynbos Honey Cake Recipe

Fynbos Honey Cake Recipe
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This Fynbos Honey Cake is a warmly spiced, rustic loaf infused with the unique floral sweetness of South African fynbos honey. Soft and tender with subtle notes of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, it is finished with a glossy warm honey glaze that enhances its moist crumb. Perfect for a cozy afternoon tea or a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup (170g) fynbos honey
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Warm Honey Glaze

  • 3 tbsp (60g) fynbos honey
  • 2 tbsp (30g) butter
  • A tiny pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dry ingredients: Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, fine salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg. The aroma of the spices will set the mood for your cake.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend the melted unsalted butter with the fynbos honey, allowing the floral sweetness to fill the air. Stir in the brown sugar until it melts into the mixture. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking until the mixture turns silky and golden. Next, add the buttermilk and vanilla extract, mixing gently until smooth.
  3. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until the batter becomes thick, even, and softly spiced without overmixing.
  4. Pour batter into pan and bake: Grease a loaf pan or round cake tin, then pour in the batter. Smooth the top and tap the pan lightly to settle the batter into all corners. Place it in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top springs back lightly when pressed and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Prepare the warm honey glaze: While the cake bakes, melt together the 3 tablespoons of fynbos honey, 2 tablespoons of butter, and a tiny pinch of salt over low heat until smooth and glossy. Set aside.
  6. Glaze the cake: Once the cake is out of the oven and still warm, brush the warm honey glaze evenly over the top and sides. This will soak into the crumb and add a beautiful golden sheen.
  7. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool gently in the pan before removing it. Slice and enjoy the delicate floral notes of fynbos honey paired with warm spices in every bite.

Notes

  • Fynbos honey is a distinctive South African wildflower honey; if unavailable, a mild floral honey like clover or orange blossom can be used as a substitute.
  • Ensure the butter is fully melted and slightly cooled before mixing with honey to prevent scrambling the eggs.
  • Do not overmix the batter once dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
  • The warm honey glaze can be reapplied once the cake is fully cooled for an extra glossy finish.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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