How To Make Karidopita | Greek Walnut Cake With Syrup

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds provide similar texture and flavor, while pecans are often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a different flavor profile, and vegetable oil is often cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a lower-calorie option, while water can be used for a lighter cake.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

In a mixer, combine 3/4 cup softened butter and 1.5 cups sugar and mix until combined.

Crack 5/8 cup eggs into a separate bowl and then add to the mixer at low speed.

In another bowl, combine 3/4 cup warmed milk, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.

Add the milk mixture to the batter and mix until incorporated.

Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour to the batter and mix well.

Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts into the batter.

Pour the batter into a greased 12-inch roasting pan and spread evenly.

Bake in the oven for 30-45 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.

Prepare the syrup by combining 2 cups water, 2 cups sugar, the rind of one lemon, and 1 cinnamon stick in a pot and bring to a boil.

Simmer the syrup for 2-4 minutes and then let it cool.

Once the cake is baked and cooled, poke holes in it with a skewer and pour the syrup over the cake.

Cooking Techniques

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