Ev's Vasilopita
Celebrate the New Year with joy and tradition by baking **Ev’s Vasilopita**, a classic Greek lucky cake that's as meaningful as it is delicious. This light and tender cake is bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh orange juice and zest, perfectly balanced with the richness of vanilla and a buttery crumb. Its soft texture comes from the delicate incorporation of milk and a touch of love in every step. Traditionally baked with a hidden coin wrapped in foil, this delightful treat brings a playful twist to your New Year’s festivities, as slicing the cake becomes a cherished ritual symbolizing good fortune for the year ahead. Topped with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and customizable with the year’s numbers, Ev’s Vasilopita is an irresistibly festive centerpiece for any celebration. Whether you’re exploring Greek culinary traditions or starting a new family custom, this recipe is sure to bring sweetness and luck to the table.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 250 g unsalted butter, softened
- 250 g granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 120 ml fresh orange juice
- 120 ml milk
- 50 g powdered sugar
- 1 optional coin (wrapped in foil)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
Step 5
Gradually add the orange juice and milk to the mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
If including a coin, wrap it tightly in foil and gently fold it into the batter.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake the Vasilopita in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once cool, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar. Optionally, you can write the new year’s number on top with more powdered sugar or melted chocolate.
Step 11
Slice the cake and enjoy! Don’t forget to see who finds the coin for good luck in the coming year!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1122.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3382.6 |
| Total Fat 225.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 136.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1300.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1266.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 326.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 316.6g | |
| Protein 32.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 218.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 341.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 784.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories