French Spice Cake
Ingredients
- 166.7 gWheat flour (sifted)
- 133.3 gHoney
- 66.7 gUnsalted butter (melted)
- 66.7 mlWhole milk
- 1.3 pcEgg (beaten)
- 33.3 gBrown sugar
- 7.3 gBaking powder
- 0.7 tbspCinnamon powder
- 0.7 tspGinger powder
- 0.7 pinchClove
- 0.7 pinchNutmeg
- 0.7 pinchGray sea salt
Method
A dense, dark crumb exhaling scents of cinnamon and warm honey. The crust is slightly sticky and deeply golden.
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C. Grease and flour a cake tin with a small amount of butter and a dusting of flour to ensure a clean release.
- 2
In a saucepan, gently heat the honey, milk, and butter. The mixture should be fluid and homogenous, without ever reaching a boil.
- 3
Sift together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and spices. This step is crucial to avoid lumps and distribute the flavors evenly.
- 4
Pour the warm liquid over the dry ingredients in a steady stream. Add the eggs and whisk vigorously until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- 5
Bake for 45 minutes. A knife blade inserted into the center of the cake should come out dry. Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get this dish right?
- Wait until the next day to eat it; the spice aromas will be much more intense after 24 hours of rest.
- If the crust browns too quickly halfway through baking, cover the tin with baking paper.
How long does this dish keep?
Keeps for 1 week wrapped in a dry cloth or placed in an airtight container to retain its moisture.
