INDOKARIDOPITA - Easy Greek Coconut Cake Soaked in Orange Infused Syrup.

carob flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour offers a nutty flavor, while all-purpose is more accessible.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness; brown sugar is often less expensive.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans provide a similar texture; sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat; vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Start by making the syrup with water, fresh orange juice, sugar, and cinnamon.

Heat the syrup on medium to high until it boils but does not thicken.

In a mixing bowl, add eggs, sugar, and vanilla bean, whisking until light and fluffy.

Slowly stream in melted butter while whisking to preserve air.

Fold in orange zest and a pinch of salt (optional).

Add sifted self-raising flour and coconut, folding gently to combine.

Transfer the thick batter to a baking tray and smooth it out with a spatula.

Bake in a fan-forced oven at 170°C until a toothpick comes out clean, about 30 to 40 minutes.

Poke holes in the hot cake and pour syrup over it in batches to soak.

Top with a generous layer of coconut before serving.

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