Scottish Honey and Whiskey Cake With Butter Icing

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 0
A decadent Scottish cake with a boozy twist and butter icing
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces self-raising flour
6 ounces butter
6 ounces brown sugar ( light )
3 eggs ( beaten )
4 tablespoons whiskey
1/4 cup orange zest
6 ounces confectioners ' sugar
2 ounces butter
2 tablespoons clear honey
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 cup toasted sliced almonds ( decoration )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
485
Sugar
36g
Fat
27g
This Scottish Honey and Whiskey Cake With Butter Icing is a true crowd-pleaser. The moist, flavorful cake is infused with the warm, rich flavors of whiskey and sweetened with honey. The butter icing is the perfect finishing touch, adding a creamy, indulgent note that complements the cake perfectly. This dessert is great for special occasions or as a treat to enjoy with loved ones. The toasted almond topping adds a delightful crunch that takes this cake to the next level.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Grease and line an 8-inch round cake tin.
3.Sift flour into a bowl.
4.Add butter and sugar in and beat until pale and fluffy.
5.Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6.Stir in whiskey and orange zest.
7.Fold in flour and mix until well combined.
8.Pour mixture into prepared tin and bake for 50 minutes or until golden and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
9.Leave to cool for 10 minutes then remove from tin.
10.To make the icing, beat butter, honey, and confectioners' sugar together until smooth.
11.Add orange juice and mix well.
12.Spread icing over cake and sprinkle toasted almonds on top as decoration.

PROS

A rich and indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions or as a treat.
The whiskey adds a unique depth of flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the honey butter icing.
The toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch.

CONS

Due to the high sugar, butter, and alcohol content, this cake should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not exactly a health food, it does contain some potentially beneficial ingredients. Whiskey has been shown to have some antioxidant properties and may have health benefits when consumed in moderation. Almonds are a good source of healthy fats and can help lower cholesterol levels when eaten as part of a healthy diet.

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