CARDAMON TEA CAKE

We created a recipe for a healthy cardamom tea cake that is easy to make and packed with flavor. Cardamom is a spice that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to help improve mental health, among other things. It has a calming effect on the body, can help reduce anxiety and stress, and is also believed to have antidepressant properties.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup of almond flour

• 1/2 cup of coconut sugar

• 1 teaspoon of baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom

• 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt

• 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk

• 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce

• 1/4 cup of coconut oil, melted

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan with coconut oil.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cardamom, and sea salt until well combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy a slice of this delicious and healthy cardamom tea cake with a cup of your favorite tea, and savor the calming benefits of cardamom!

Some of the mental health benefits of cardamom include:

1. Reducing stress and anxiety: Cardamom has a calming effect on the body and can help reduce stress and anxiety. It has been shown to lower cortisol levels, which is the hormone responsible for stress.

2. Improving mood: Cardamom is believed to have antidepressant properties and can help improve mood. It has been shown to increase the levels of dopamine and serotonin, which are neurotransmitters that are responsible for feelings of happiness and well-being.

3. Enhancing cognitive function: Cardamom has been shown to improve cognitive function and memory. It contains compounds that can help protect the brain from damage and improve blood flow to the brain.

Incorporating cardamom into your diet is a great way to support your mental health and well-being. Enjoying a slice of this healthy cardamom tea cake is a delicious and easy way to do just that!