There is nothing better in the kitchen than using local ingredients. Here in Wisconsin, we’re known for pristine landscapes, sultry hospitality, and a hidden gem that will add magic to your recipes – Wisconsin honey. Let’s dive into American dairy honey with this German honey cake recipe!
The magic of Wisconsin honey
Wisconsin boasts a enormous number of honey bee hives. These hardworking little pollinators travel across the state’s flower and agricultural crops, producing honey as diverse as the landscapes they visit. From the rolling hills of the Driftless Area to the shores of Lake Michigan, the flavors and aromas of Wisconsin honey embody the state’s affluent biodiversity.
Characteristic features of honey from Wisconsin
What sets Wisconsin honey apart is its distinctive flavor profile. Depending on the season and the flowers visited by bees, you can enjoy a whole range of flavors – from the exquisite floral notes of spring honey to the mighty, earthy notes of autumn honey. Wisconsin honey’s versatility makes it ideal for a variety of culinary uses, from sweetening your morning tea to enhancing the complexity of savory dishes.
Honey Cake: Sweet Set of Flavors
One way to harness the magic of Wisconsin honey is to make a classic German honey cake. This recipe comes from 2021 American Honey Queen Jennifer Hinkelcombines the natural sweetness of honey with sultry spices to create a dessert that is both refreshing and delightful.
Wisconsin honey is more than just a sweetener; it’s a taste of the state’s natural beauty and a testament to the dedication of beekeepers. Next time you embark on a baking adventure, reach for locally sourced Wisconsin honey. Your taste buds will thank you, and you’ll be supporting the heart of the country’s lively culinary heritage.
Honey Cake from Germany
- 1 C Honey
- 1/2 C Brown sugar
- 7 spoon softened butter
- 4 C flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 C chopped almonds
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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In a tiny pot, heat the honey, sugar and butter with a little water until the sugar and butter dissolve and combine. Remove from heat and leave to frosty.
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Mix the flour with baking powder, all spices, almonds and salt.
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Beat the eggs and combine with the flour mixture and honey. Mix until silky.
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Pour into the cake tin and silky out. Bake for 60 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out tidy.
Calories: 834kcalCarbohydrates: 144GProtein: 10GFat: 26GSaturated fat: 8GPolyunsaturated fat: 4GMonounsaturated fatty acids: 12GTrans fats: 0.4GCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 165mgPotassium: 299mgFiber: 7GSugar: 44GVitamin A: 327IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 321mgIron: 8mg
