Honey-Spice Ring
A hearty honey-spice ring cake filled with raisins, apples, and warm spices, perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting treat with a drizzle of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups raisins ⓘ
- 2 cups grated apples ⓘ
- 1 1/2 cups water, boiling ⓘ
- 1 cup honey ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon allspice ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves ⓘ
- 1/4 cup oil ⓘ
- 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour ⓘ
- 1/2 cup wheat germ ⓘ
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda ⓘ
- 1 cup chopped walnuts ⓘ
Instructions
- Combine raisins, grated apples, and boiling water in a bowl. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Mix in honey, salt, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, and oil; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, wheat germ, baking soda, and chopped walnuts.
- Add the dry ingredients to the apple mixture and mix well.
- Pour the batter into a well-greased angel cake pan ring.
- Bake for 1 hour at 325°F (163°C).
- Serve plain or topped with powdered sugar.
Tips & Substitutions
For a more intense flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. You can substitute the honey with maple syrup for a vegan version. Ensure your apples are well-grated to maintain moisture in the batter. If you don't have whole wheat flour, a blend of all-purpose flour and whole wheat can work well.
Serving Suggestions
This cake is delightful served plain, but you can also dust it with powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Pair it with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy afternoon snack. It also complements well with a side of Cabbage Carrot Salad for a balanced meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Honey-Spice Ring in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. To reheat, microwave individual slices for about 15-20 seconds or warm in an oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Honey-Spice Ring contains roughly 1298 calories, with 5g protein, 45g carbohydrates, and 128g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (49% of the Daily Value) and vitamin C (40% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1514mg per serving (66% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze the Honey-Spice Ring?
Yes, you can freeze the Honey-Spice Ring! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. It can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).