Fanouropita Greek Spiced Raisin Cake

Fanouropita, a traditional Greek spiced raisin cake, is a fragrant and tender treat steeped in history and flavor. This egg-free and dairy-free dessert combines simple pantry staples with Mediterranean flair, featuring warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves alongside the tangy zest and juice of fresh oranges. Plump raisins add chewy bursts of sweetness, while olive oil lends a moist, velvety texture. Perfect for celebrations or as an everyday indulgence, Fanouropita is baked to golden perfection and can be finished with a dusting of icing sugar for a rustic, elegant touch. Serve this wholesome cake with a comforting cup of tea or coffee to savor its vibrant flavors and cultural significance.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 450 grams All-purpose flour
• 200 grams Sugar
• 150 grams Raisins
• 250 milliliters Orange juice
• 125 milliliters Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 orange Zest of an orange
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Icing sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 23 cm (9-inch) round cake pan. Optionally, line the pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and olive oil. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly glossy.

Step 3

Add the orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or whisk until no lumps remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, optionally dust the top with icing sugar for a decorative finish.

Step 11

Slice and serve. Enjoy this traditional Greek spiced raisin cake with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1209.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4171.5

Total Fat 125.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1542.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 334.7g
Protein 53.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.2mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 2108.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 67.9%