Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease each cup.
- Zest three large Seville oranges and juice enough oranges to yield about ½ cup of fresh orange juice. Combine with wildflower honey and a pinch of black pepper. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, cream together ½ cup of melted salted butter and ¾ cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the steeped orange mixture and eggs, mixing gently until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of sea salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no dry streaks remain.
- Fold in ½ cup of chopped candied orange peel, being careful not to overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup to the brim.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Prepare a glaze by mixing honey and fresh orange juice, brushing it over the cakes.
- Serve warm alongside a cup of ‘second breakfast tea’ or let cool completely for an afternoon treat.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure to avoid overmixing the batter for better texture. The cakes can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer preservation.
