Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake
Experience the timeless charm of Wales with Teisen Mel, a Traditional Welsh Honeycake that beautifully balances rich flavors and fragrant spices. This classic recipe combines golden honey, warm cinnamon, and a hint of ginger to create a moist, tender cake with a rustic appeal. Perfectly suited for tea-time or as a comforting dessert, it’s easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time. Sweetened naturally with honey and paired with the creaminess of butter, this cake bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve slices with a drizzle of extra honey for an added touch of decadence or enjoy it simply as it is. Whether you’re exploring Welsh culinary traditions or simply seeking a cozy treat, this honeycake is sure to impress. Ideal for family gatherings or a moment of indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Honey
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 75 grams Brown sugar
- 225 grams All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 2 units Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Lightly grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, gently heat the honey, butter, and brown sugar over low heat until melted and combined. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the eggs and milk and begin to mix gently.
Gradually pour in the cooled honey mixture, stirring constantly, until you have a smooth batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as is, or with a drizzle of extra honey for an added touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.5 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.7 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 707 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 881 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.2 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 238.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 677 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
