seleanor
Active member
Fanouropita is a cake that is traditionally made in honor of Agios Fanourios, who represents revealing which is why people make the cake when they lose something. The cake is light and fluffy, and doesn't have a very strong flavor which is why it is paired well with fruits, ice cream or whipped cream for example. Here is a recipe for all of you to make when you have lost something!
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Greek olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup Greek Brandy
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or any other type of nut that you prefer
- Powdered sugar, for sprinkling on top of the cake