Ethiopian Atayef-Inspired Spiced Honey Cake

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A moist honey cake infused with warm Ethiopian spices like cardamom and cinnamon, inspired by traditional flavors and perfect for dessert or teatime. This Ethiopian-inspired recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 8 Ethiopian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to evenly distribute the spices.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 3/4 cup honey, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until smooth and glossy.
  3. Step 3: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients alternately with 1/2 cup whole milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Stir gently until just combined — do not overmix.
  4. Step 4: Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve slices with tea or coffee for a warm, spiced finish to any meal.

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