How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Can I make this cake ahead?

Yes, this cake can be made a day in advance; it allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

What can I substitute for teff flour?

You can use whole wheat flour or almond flour, though the flavor and texture will differ slightly.

Is there a vegan option for this recipe?

For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and eggs with flaxseed meal (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water per egg).

Can I freeze this cake?

Yes, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze for up to a month.

Fragrant Ethiopian Spiced Honey Cake with Teff Flour

Name: Fragrant Ethiopian Spiced Honey Cake with Teff Flour
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Teff flour; All-purpose flour; Baking powder; Baking soda; Salt; Ground cinnamon; Ground nutmeg; Unsalted butter; Honey; Large eggs; Plain Greek yogurt; Vanilla extract; Ground ginger; Ground cardamom; Ground cloves

A sweet and aromatic cake with a cultural twist

Dive into the rich flavors of Ethiopia with this teff flour-based honey cake, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a delightful dessert experience.

1 h 30 min
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Cake

Teff flour

1 cup

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Baking powder

1 ½ teaspoons

Baking soda

½ teaspoon

Salt

½ teaspoon

Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon

Ground nutmeg

½ teaspoon

Unsalted butter

½ cup, softened

Honey

1 cup

Large eggs

Plain Greek yogurt

½ cup

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Spice Mix

Ground ginger

1 teaspoon

Ground cardamom

1 teaspoon

Ground cloves

½ teaspoon

Preparation

Preparing the Spice Mix

Combine spices

In a small bowl, mix together the ground ginger, cardamom, and cloves.

Set aside

Set aside for later use.

Check freshness

Ensure all spices are fresh for optimal flavor.

Preparing the Cake Batter

Preheat oven & prep pan

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

Sift dry ingredients

In a bowl, sift together teff flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Cream butter & honey

In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and gradually add honey until light and fluffy, then mix in eggs one at a time.

Do not overmix the batter; it may result in a dense cake. Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification.

Cooking Process

Combine ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with Greek yogurt. Stir until just combined.

Fold in spice mix

Carefully fold in the prepared spice mix along with the vanilla extract into the batter for an even distribution of flavors.

Bake the cake

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.

Plating & Serving