RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE CYPRUS VASILOPITA

Vasilopita is a traditional Cyprus dessert that is usually eaten in celebrations such as the New Year or the feast of Saint Basil. This delicious orange and almond flavored cake hides inside a gold coin that brings good luck to the lucky person who finds it. Below, I share with you how to prepare Vasilopita in the comfort of your home.

Entering from Vasilopita:

250g butter at room temperature

1 cup of sugar

4 eggs

1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup of natural yogurt

2 cups of wheat flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

Zest of 1 orange

1 cup slivered almonds

1 gold coin (cleaned and wrapped in aluminum foil)

Preparation of Vasilopita step by step:

In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add the vanilla essence and yogurt, and mix until well integrated.

In another container, sift the flour together with the yeast. Add this mixture little by little to the previous preparation, mixing gently.

Add the orange zest and slivered almonds, stirring gently so that they are distributed evenly.

Pour half of the mixture into a previously greased mold and place the coin wrapped in aluminum foil in the center. Cover with the rest of the mixture.

Bake the Vasilopita in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let cool before unmolding and serving. Enjoy this tasty and traditional Vasilopita with your loved ones!