KARYTHOPITA (WALNUT SPICE CAKE)

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Make and share this Karythopita (Walnut Spice Cake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 1/2 cups water
2 2/3 cups sugar
6 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 lemon, juice and rind of
10 eggs, separated
10 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 tablespoons self-rising flour
1 orange, juice and zest of, grated
2 tablespoons brandy (or flavoring)
6 tablespoons toasted breadcrumbs or 6 tablespoons zwieback cookies, crushed
10 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon water
butter (to grease baking pan)
coarsely chopped walnuts (topping)
ground cinnamon (topping)

Steps:

  • Make the syrup: In a saucepan, add all syrup ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring well. Reduce heat and allow to boil gently for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Beat egg whites, salt, and water to the firm peak stage.
  • Preheat oven to 340°F
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, and ground cloves very well until creamy and smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the baking soda, baking powder, and flour, and stir in to the mixture.
  • Add grated orange peel and juice, brandy, breadcrumbs, and walnuts.
  • Finally, and carefully, fold in the beaten egg whites.
  • Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking pan (or equivalent) with butter, pour in the batter, and bake at 340F for 40 minutes.
  • Cake is done when a knife inserted into the middle comes out dry.
  • Spoon the cooled syrup evenly over the hot cake. Sprinkle with walnuts mixed with a little cinnamon. Allow to cool before serving.
  • Make sure the syrup is completely cooled before adding to cake. If necessary, refrigerate for a few minutes.

Greg Gardner
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Ramraj Shahu
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Mehedi Tonmoy
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I'm not a big fan of walnuts, but I really enjoyed this cake. The spices and syrup balanced out the flavor of the walnuts perfectly.


Titas Ray
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great dessert for potlucks or parties.


Bilkis ara Begum
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. The walnuts and spices give it a unique and delicious taste.


Md Robiullah
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the walnuts and spices added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zouhaier Amorri
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I made this cake for my Greek grandmother, and she loved it! She said it reminded her of the karythopita she used to make when she was a child.


Tessy Brown
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This cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I love the combination of walnuts and spices. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Jabir Hussein
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I've never had karythopita before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a delicious and unique cake. The walnuts and spices give it a wonderful flavor.


aerver amerik
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This karythopita was a hit at my dinner party! The walnut and spice flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


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