Certainly! On Day 558, I'd like to share a recipe for an interesting and delightful cake called "Chai-Spiced Honey Cake." This cake is infused with warm and aromatic spices, making it perfect for tea lovers and anyone who enjoys a unique twist on traditional cake flavors.
Chai-Spiced Honey Cake Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
For the Chai Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of ground cloves
- Pinch of ground cardamom
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all the chai spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg). Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the honey, eggs, and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the chai glaze, in a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and the remaining chai spices (cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom) until you get a smooth and pourable consistency.
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the chai glaze over the top. You can add some extra chai spices or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for a beautiful finish.
Slice the cake and serve it with a warm cup of tea or coffee for a delightful and aromatic treat that will surely impress your guests and loved ones. Enjoy your Chai-Spiced Honey Cake on Day 558!