Best 3 Welsh Honey Cakes Recipes

Welsh honey cakes, also called teisennau mely, are a traditional Welsh treat that can be enjoyed year-round. These delightful cakes boast a unique flavor and texture that sets them apart from other cakes. Made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, flour, eggs, and honey, Welsh honey cakes have a golden brown crust and a moist, dense crumb. They are often flavored with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, which add warmth and depth to their taste. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your tea or a special dessert to serve at your next gathering, Welsh honey cakes are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TIESSENNAU MEL (HONEY CAKES) WELSH

Tiessennau Mel (honey Cakes) Welsh image

This is an adopted recipe and after trying it out, I must say I was very surprised on how good it tastes! Kinda homey. I don't dredge it with sugar before or after baking as I don't really need the extra bit of sugar. I used Wildflower honey.

Provided by Vnut-Beyond Redempt

Categories Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 30-36 little cakes, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 ounces honey
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
4 ounces butter or 4 ounces margarine
4 ounces brown sugar
caster sugar
1 egg
2 -3 tablespoons milk
1/2 lb flour

Steps:

Preheat oven - Gas mark 6 (400F) or 7 (425F) or 200°C If you are using a fan oven, reduce by 25°C.
Grease your patty tins.
Sieve together flour, cinnamon and bicarbonate of soda.
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
Separate the egg yolk from the white.
Beat the yolk into sugar and butter, then add the honey, gradually.
Stir in the flour with a little milk as required and mix all together lightly.
Whisk the egg white into a stiff froth and fold into mixture.
Half fill small patty tins with the mixture; dredge the top of each with caster sugar.
Bake in a hot oven for 20 minutes. Watch these little fellows carefully. They brown rather quickly.
When ready sprinkle a little more sugar.
Croeso Cymreig.

WELSH HONEY CAKES

Welsh Honey Cakes image

Make and share this Welsh Honey Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by momaphet

Categories Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2/3 cup honey
1 -1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 ounces butter
2/3 cup sugar
2 eggs, separated
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups flour
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375F/190C Grease and flour a muffin tin or use liners.
Stir together flour, cinnamon and baking soda.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Separate the egg yolks from the whites. Beat the yolks into sugar and butter, then add the honey in thirds beating well in between.
Stir in the flour with a little milk as required to make the batter a little softer and mix all together gently.
Whisk the egg whites until stiff. stir 1/3 of the whites into the batter to lighten the mixture then gently fold in the rest.
Half fill the cups of the muffin tin and smooth the tops with the back of a wet teaspoon to stop them from crowning too much then sprinkle each with a little bit of sugar (optional).
Bake in the pre-heated oven for about 20 minutes. These do brown quickly and are actually browner than a similar cupcake or muffin would be so keep an eye on them so they don't get too brown.
Leave the cakes in the tin for a few minutes before turning out to cool.

WELSH HONEY AND SPICE CAKES

Welsh Honey and Spice Cakes image

Serve these little cupcakes/muffins with tea.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories Muffins

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 c butter, softened
6/8 c light brown sugar
1 large egg, separated
1/2 c honey
4 Tbsp milk
caster sugar (superfine), for dusting

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Butter muffin tin cups (18 total) or line with paper cupcake liners.
2. Sift flour, cinnamon and baking soda into a large mixing bowl.
3. In another bowl, with electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and then gradually beat in honey.
4. With a wooden spoon, fold in flour mixture, plus milk to make a soft mixture.
5. In a separate bowl, with clean beaters, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold in batter.
6. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups or liners.
7. Bake 15-20 minutes, or until firm to touch and golden brown.
8. Place on wire rack to cool and dust with caster sugar. Cool completely.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Don't overmix the batter, or the cakes will be tough.
Bake the cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool completely before frosting them.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
To make the cakes ahead of time, bake them and let them cool completely. Then, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the cakes overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours.

Conclusion:

Welsh honey cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these cakes a try. You won't be disappointed.