Ingredients
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- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 4 eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 hidden coin (wrapped in foil)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with the milk, and blend well.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
- Place the wrapped coin in the batter and cover with the remaining batter.
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Traditionally served with a slice of orange or lemon.
- Be cautious with the hidden coin when serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg