Karidopita (Greek Nut Cake) Recipe

Name: Karidopita (Greek Nut Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the cake; 6 eggs; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup peanut oil; 1 1/3 cups buttermilk, with the yellow flakes; 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 cup spiced rum; 2 cups finely chopped walnuts; For the syrup; 2 1/2 cups white sugar; 1 1/4 cups water; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 medium sized lemon slices, diced and smashes, saving all of the juices; 2 medium sized orange slices, diced and smashed, saving all of the juices; 1/2 cup spiced rum; 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

For the cake
6 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup peanut oil
1 1/3 cups buttermilk, with the yellow flakes
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup spiced rum
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
For the syrup
2 1/2 cups white sugar
1 1/4 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 medium sized lemon slices, diced and smashes, saving all of the juices
2 medium sized orange slices, diced and smashed, saving all of the juices
1/2 cup spiced rum
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

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cake:
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Blend eggs and sugars.
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Add peanut oil, buttermilk and rum.
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mix thoroughly.
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in a separate bowl whisk together dry ingredients
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add dry mix into egg mixture.
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fold in nuts.
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pour into a 13x9x2 buttered pan.
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bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
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remove from oven and cut into serving sized squares before topping with syrup.
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Syrup:
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combine all the ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil.
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simmer gently for 10 minutes occasionally whisking to prevent clumps.
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cool before pouring over the cake squares.
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optional:
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If you prefer a little more kick in your syrup, whisk 1/2 cup rum in after cooled, before topping cake.
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I do not recommend children having any with an extra kick.

2777

kcal

Calories

154

Fat

321

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the cake, 6 eggs, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Karidopita (Greek Nut Cake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Karidopita (Greek Nut Cake)

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