VASELOPITA - GREEK NEW YEARS CAKE
Traditional Greek New Years Day bread. Served as a coffee cake for breakfast. Also the person who receives the quarter inside gets good luck for 1 year!
Provided by Paul Menikos
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 10 inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light. Stir in the flour and mix until the mixture is mealy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Combine the baking powder and milk, add to the egg mixture, mix well. Then combine the lemon juice and baking soda, stir into the batter. Pour into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove and sprinkle the nuts and sugar over the cake, then return it to the oven for 20 to 30 additional minutes, until cake springs back to the touch. Gently cut a small hole in the cake and place a quarter in the hole. Try to cover the hole with sugar. Cool cake on a rack for 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
- Serve cake warm. Each person in the family gets a slice starting with the youngest. The person who gets the quarter in their piece, gets good luck for the whole year!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.7 calories, Carbohydrate 61.2 g, Cholesterol 135.3 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 286.9 mg, Sugar 36.7 g
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Rahmtaullah Rasel
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Vasilopita. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's the perfect way to celebrate the New Year.
Adi Vaciseva Laulau
[email protected]I made this cake for my family's New Year's Eve party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavor and the moist texture.
Jiban Ghising
[email protected]This cake is a great way to celebrate the New Year. It's delicious, festive, and easy to make.
Asad Asti
[email protected]I've tried several Vasilopita recipes over the years, and this one is by far the best. The cake is always moist and flavorful, and the orange zest gives it a lovely citrus flavor.
Jocelyn BUBAN
[email protected]The cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and festive cake that's perfect for any occasion.
Yasir Farooq Leghari
[email protected]I love the symbolism of the coin in the cake. It's a fun way to bring good luck to the new year.
Azain Shahani
[email protected]The cake is easy to make and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. I've made it for everything from casual gatherings to formal parties.
Rizwan Sabir
[email protected]This cake is a staple in our household during the New Year. It's always a hit with family and friends.
Abbas Ahmad
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making a cake with olive oil, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The cake is incredibly moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
Nirob Pada
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow, and the cake turned out perfectly. I love the addition of the coin, it makes it feel like a special occasion.
Siam Khan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of Greek desserts, but this cake is a game-changer. It's light and fluffy, with a delicious orange flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.
Tracy Mills
[email protected]My family has made Vasilopita for generations, and this recipe is the best I've tried. The cake is always moist and flavorful, and the cinnamon-sugar topping is the perfect finishing touch.