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Torta de miel

This is a traditional recipe for torta de miel, a rich Paraguayan molasses cake made with dark molasses, orange juice, and self-rising flour, resulting in a dense, aromatic, and deeply flavorful dessert. The recipe is approved by Margarita Miró de Ibars, a respected cultural historian and author dedicated to preserving Paraguay’s culinary traditions through her extensive research and published works. The recipe is adapted from the website of Cocina Rica ( cocinarica.com.py ), the best-selling gastronomic magazine in Paraguay.

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Servings
8
Preparation
30 min
Cooking
1 hr
Total
3 hr 30 min

RECIPE INGREDIENTS

  • 4 cups (480g) self-rising flour
  • 2 eggs
  • juice of 2 oranges
  • zest of 2 oranges
  • 2 cups (700g) dark molasses
  • 100g (3.5 oz) butter
  • 1 tbsp baking soda

METHOD

  1. 01

    Beat eggs with butter and 1 cup (120g) flour.

  2. 02

    Add orange zest, molasses, and remaining flour.

  3. 03

    Dissolve baking soda in orange juice and add to the batter, mixing thoroughly.

  4. 04

    Grease and flour an oven-safe mold.

  5. 05

    Bake in preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 1 hour.

  6. 06

    Remove, let cool, unmold, and serve.