Nutty Greek Walnut Cake with Orange Blossom Glaze
This delightful Greek walnut cake, also known as Karidopita, is enriched with the aromatic flavors of cinnamon and cloves, finished off with a refreshing orange blossom glaze.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Cake Batter
- 1
Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground walnuts, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- 3
Beat Egg Yolks Mixture
In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale. Gradually stir in the melted butter and milk.
Folding and Baking the Cake
- 1
Fold Dry into Wet
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined.
- 2
Fold Egg Whites
In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and fold them into the batter.
Tip: Ensure the egg whites are gently folded in to maintain the cake's airy texture.
- 3
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before glazing to allow flavors to meld.
How to Make Nutty Greek Walnut Cake with Orange Blossom Glaze
Total time: 2 h · Yields 10 servings
- 1
Bake the Cake
Bake in preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 2
Make the Glaze
Mix powdered sugar, orange blossom water, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- 3
Apply the Glaze
Once the cake is cool, pour the glaze evenly over the top.
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