Fanouropita (Greek Spiced Raisin Cake)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Greek Spiced Raisin Cake (Fanouropita) recipe
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup olive oil
1 cup sugar , plus
2 tablespoons sugar
2 oranges , juice and zest of , plus enough extra
2 cups fresh orange juice , in total
1/2 cup brandy ( but the brandy tastes better ! ) or 1/2 cup water ( but the brandy tastes better ! )
1 cup golden raisin
1 cup walnuts , roughly chopped , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
380
Sugar
25g
Fat
20g
Fanouropita, also known as Saint Fanourios cake, is a traditional Greek cake that is made to honor Saint Fanourios, the patron saint of lost things. It is often made as an offering during times of loss or distress, with the hope that Saint Fanourios will help those who are in need find what they have lost. The warm spices and sweet raisins and walnuts make this cake a comforting and delicious treat that is perfect for sharing with loved ones. This recipe makes a moist and flavorful cake that can be served as a dessert or enjoyed with tea or coffee on a lazy afternoon.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch round cake pan.
2.In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and sugar until well combined.
4.Add orange juice and zest, brandy, and half of the fresh orange juice and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
5.Gradually add in the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined and no lumps remain.
6.Fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts.
7.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8.Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes in the pan before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Fanouropita is a traditional Greek cake that is filled with warm spices and sweet raisins and walnuts.

It is perfect for serving to guests or bringing to a potluck.

This recipe is simple to make and can be easily doubled for larger crowds.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake contains walnuts which are a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Cinnamon has been shown to help regulate blood sugar levels and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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