Karydopita

Name: Karydopita
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 cups walnuts, finely ground; 6 eggs, separated; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup plain breadcrumbs; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground cloves; 1 tbsp orange zest; 2 cups water; 1.5 cups granulated sugar; 1 cinnamon stick; 2 tsp lemon juice, squeezed

A spiced Greek walnut cake soaked in a fragrant cinnamon sugar syrup after baking. It features a tender, spongy crumb rich with walnuts, warm spices, and citrus zest.

65 minMediumServes 12380 cal/serving

GreekDessertOven and StovetopVegetarianMediterraneanHalal-friendlyKosher-stylePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeNightshade-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

2 cups walnuts, finely ground
6 eggs, separated
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 tbsp orange zest
2 cups water
1.5 cups granulated sugar
1 cinnamon stick
2 tsp lemon juice, squeezed

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2

Boil 2 cups water, 1.5 cups granulated sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 tsp squeezed lemon juice in a saucepan for 8 minutes, then remove from heat to cool completely.
3

Whip egg whites from 6 separated eggs until stiff peaks form in a clean bowl.
4

Beat egg yolks from 6 separated eggs with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 tbsp orange zest until thick and pale.
5

Stir together 2 cups finely ground walnuts, 1 cup plain breadcrumbs, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground cloves in a bowl.
6

Fold dry mixture into yolk batter, then gently fold in whipped whites until combined.
7

Pour into dish and bake 35-40 minutes until golden and tester comes out clean.
8

Pour cooled syrup over hot cake immediately after baking, then allow it to soak completely before serving.

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Questions

What is Karydopita?

A spiced Greek walnut cake soaked in a fragrant cinnamon sugar syrup after baking. It features a tender, spongy crumb rich with walnuts, warm spices, and citrus zest. This reference files it under Greek dessert: made in the oven and on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

What oven temperature does Karydopita need?

For Karydopita, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 40 minutes, in step 7.

What can I use instead of baking powder in Karydopita?

The entry for Karydopita calls for 2 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Is Karydopita vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 6 eggs, separated. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Karydopita contain tree nuts?

Yes: 2 cups walnuts, finely ground. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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