Teisen Mel (Traditional Welsh Honeycake)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13
Delicious and sweet Teisen Mel (Traditional Welsh Honeycake) recipe
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb plain white household flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice or 1 1/2 teaspoons cardamom
1/4 lb melted honey
1 tablespoon melted honey or 1 tablespoon red currant jelly
1/4 lb butter
1/4 lb caster sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
416
Sugar
45g
Fat
19g
Teisen Mel is a traditional Welsh cake that is made with flour, honey, eggs, and butter. It has a sweet and rich flavor that is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat any day of the week. This cake is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is often served with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoyed with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and allspice or cardamom.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the melted honey, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and milk.
4.Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
5.Grease an 8-inch cake pan and pour the batter into it.
6.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

PROS

Teisen Mel is a traditional Welsh cake that is easy to make and has a delicious honey flavor.

It is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, honey has been shown to have some antibacterial properties and may help to soothe sore throats and coughs.

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