Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Wales with this traditional Teisen Mel Honey Cake! Perfect for holidays or any special occasion, this recipe boasts a moist honey-infused crumb, topped with a delightful meringue. Easy to follow instructions guide you through creating this show-stopping dessert. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 332.9 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake

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How to Make Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6). Grease an 8.5-inch pie plate.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and mixed spice into a bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and 85g of sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then gradually incorporate the honey.
  5. Gently fold in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate, mounding slightly in the center.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Let the cake cool in the tin for 2 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a baking sheet.
  10. Brush the top with warmed honey or red currant jelly.
  11. In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with the remaining 28g sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  12. Spread the meringue over the cake. Reduce oven temperature to 160°C (325°F/Gas Mark 3).
  13. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

112g

Fat

39g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake?

Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake?

Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake has approximately 332.9 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake?

The key ingredients for Teisen Mel Traditional Welsh Honeycake are Flour, Baking Powder, Ground Allspice, Honey, Butter, Caster Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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