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Ethiopia · Dessert

Habesha Teff Cake

45 min
340 kcal
6 servings

By eatmundo · September 8, 2026

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A dense, earthy, and naturally sweet cake made from ancient teff flour. It offers a unique nutty profile, traditionally drizzled with spiced honey for a festive finish.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Habesha Teff Cake from another cuisine is Egyptian Nammoura (Egypt): the two share 50% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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How to Make It

  • 1

    Whisk 250g teff flour, 1 tsp baking powder and 0.5 tsp salt in a bowl.

  • 2

    Slowly stir in 300ml water until a smooth batter forms.

  • 3

    Melt the 50g clarified butter. Heat a 20cm heavy-bottomed skillet with a lid over low heat and grease the base and sides well with 15g of the melted clarified butter.

  • 4

    Pour the batter into the greased skillet and smooth the top. Cover with the lid and cook over low heat for 25 minutes without flipping. It is done when the top is set and dry, the cake is firm to the touch, the edges are slightly golden and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Loosen the edges and turn the cake out onto a plate, golden side up.

  • 5

    Brush the surface with the remaining 35g melted clarified butter.

  • 6

    Drizzle 150ml honey over the top while still warm.

  • 7

    Sprinkle with 1 tsp cinnamon before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Habesha Teff Cake?

Habesha Teff Cake is a traditional Ethiopian dessert prepared from iron-rich teff flour, honey, and clarified butter. It is typically served during religious holidays or family gatherings as a nutritious, sweet treat.

Can I use wheat flour instead?

While possible, wheat flour will change the authentic texture and earthy, nutty flavor profile unique to teff.

How do I know when the cake is done?

The cake is done when it is firm to the touch and the edges have turned slightly golden.

Is this a gluten-free dish?

Teff is naturally gluten-free, but the recipe also uses baking powder and does not specify a gluten-free one, so it is not guaranteed to be gluten-free.

Can I serve it cold?

It is best served warm, but it remains a soft and pleasant dessert even at room temperature.

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