SCOTTISH HONEY AND WHISKEY CAKE WITH BUTTER ICING

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This is a very yummy cake. The orange, creamy icing and the whiskey all compliment each very well. A great dessert for a dinner party. Posted for Zaar World Tour 05

Provided by Amis227

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces self-raising flour
6 ounces butter
6 ounces brown sugar (light)
3 eggs (beaten)
4 tablespoons whiskey
1/4 cup orange zest
6 ounces confectioners' sugar
2 ounces butter
2 tablespoons clear honey
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 cup toasted sliced almonds (decoration)

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and sugar together, add the orange rind and beat in the eggs, one at a time.
  • Whisk until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Sift in half the self-raising flour and pour in the whiskey.
  • Fold in to the mixture and sift in the remaining flour and again fold in gently.
  • Grease two seven inch sandwich tins and divide the mixture between the two, smoothing the tops.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes in an oven at 375°F/190°C (Gas Mark 5) until the cake is a light golden color.
  • Turn onto a wire rack to allow it to cool.
  • Butter Icing:.
  • Put the butter, honey and orange juice in a mixing bowl.
  • Slowly sift in the sugar and work the mixture until well combined.
  • To prepare the cake, use half the butter cream as a sandwich between the two halves of the cake and spread the rest smoothly on the top. Add the toasted almonds as decoration.

kamal sarker
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This cake looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Angelina Tilson
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This cake is incredible. The honey and whiskey flavors work perfectly together and the cake is incredibly moist. I highly recommend this recipe.


Humnath Tharu
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I was a bit disappointed with this cake. It was a bit too dry and the flavor was not as good as I expected. I would not make this cake again.


Kamran Nahar
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This cake was delicious and very flavorful. The honey and whiskey worked well together to create a unique flavor. The cake was also very moist and dense. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Crazy Magar
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was still very good. The whiskey and honey were a nice touch. I would probably make this cake again, but I would add more liquid to the batter.


bhai samiullah
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and how moist it was. I would definitely make this cake again.


Yaseen SKT
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This cake was delicious! The honey and whiskey flavors were perfect together. The cake was also very moist and flavorful. I would definitely make this cake again.


Basem Fouad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly! It was so moist and flavorful. The whiskey and honey were a perfect combination. I would definitely make this cake again.


Achut Khatiwada
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The whiskey flavor was a nice touch and the cake was very moist. I would probably make this cake again, but I would use less honey.


Ariyna Sozib
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of whiskey, but I'm so glad I did! The whiskey flavor is very subtle and it really adds something special to the cake. The cake is also very moist and flavorful. I would definitely mak


Basant Elzamar
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This cake was delicious! I loved the combination of honey and whiskey. The cake was also very moist and flavorful. I would definitely make this cake again.


frederik hansen
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and how moist it was. I would definitely make this cake again.


Hazera Chowdhury
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This is the best honey cake I've ever had! The whiskey flavor is subtle but it really adds something special. The cake is also very moist and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Zakir Hussan
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Wow, this cake was amazing! It was so easy to make and it turned out so moist and flavorful. The whiskey and honey were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Kitsa is a fox
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This Scottish Honey and Whiskey Cake was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet honey and rich whiskey flavors was perfect, and the butter icing added a creamy, decadent touch. I loved the moist texture of the cake and how it paired so well wit