Honey Cake Bites

Honey Cake Bites are delightful, bite-sized treats that combine the rich flavors of honey and warm spices, perfect for a sweet snack. These morsels are not only delicious but also carry a hint of traditional Jewish cuisine, making them a delightful addition to any gathering.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, applesauce, vegetable oil, and egg until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. If using, fold in the poppy seeds for added texture.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the bites to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Offers a quick energy boost from natural sugars in honey.
• Contains spices like cinnamon and ginger, which may have anti-inflammatory properties.

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