Portokalopita (lemon And Olive Oil Cake)

Portokalopita is a traditional Greek dessert hailing from the Ionian Islands. This delicious cake is made with the vibrant flavors of lemon and olive oil, creating a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Vegetarian Low Sodium Dessert Ionian Islands Greek Dessert Lemon Cake Olive Oil
Portokalopita (lemon And Olive Oil Cake)

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the ground almonds, breadcrumbs, cinnamon, and cloves.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the honey and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  10. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot cake.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the baking dish before cutting into squares and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
14g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Small saucepan

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Portokalopita with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Tips & tricks

For an added citrus burst, try adding a splash of orange juice to the syrup for the cake.

Cost

$10