16+ New Year's Cake Recipe Unleash Your Inner Chef!
Published on: Mar 4, 2024
If you're looking for a delicious and traditional dessert to ring in the new year, look no further than this mouth-watering new year's cake recipe. This recipe is easy to follow and will impress your family and friends with its rich and decadent flavors. So grab your apron and get ready to celebrate the new year with this delicious treat!
Main Ingredients: Raspberries, Champagne, Passion Fruit Vodka
This recipe takes the classic flavors of a traditional Beer Can Chicken and adds a festive twist. By adding a mixture of champagne, honey, and rosemary to the beer can, you'll create a delicious and bubbly marinade that infuses the chicken with a subtle sweetness. Serve this dish at your next New Year's Eve celebration for a memorable and tasty start to the year.
This Greek-inspired recipe takes the flavors of the traditional Vasilopita cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. With a mixture of lemon, oregano, and garlic, this dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Serve with a side of tzatziki sauce for a complete and delicious meal.
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Greek New Year’s Cake (Vassilopita)
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Orange Juice, Flour, Eggs, Lemon
For a more traditional take on the Greek New Year's cake, try this recipe. By using a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and honey in the marinade, this dish will have all the familiar flavors of the beloved Vassilopita cake. Plus, the beer can keeps the chicken moist and tender while it grills to perfection.
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Vasilopita Cake (Greek New Year’s cake)
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Salt, Oranges, Orange Juice
A twist on the classic Vasilopita cake, this recipe adds a unique and delicious twist to the traditional dish. By mixing in feta cheese and spinach with the traditional spices, this Beer Can Chicken is packed with flavor and nutrients. Serve with a side of roasted potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Vasalopita (Greek New Year's Cake)
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Butter, Large Eggs, Orange, Fresh Orange Juice
For a more authentic take on the Greek New Year's cake, try this recipe that uses traditional Greek ingredients like olive oil, black olives, and oregano. The result is a flavorful and moist chicken that will transport you to the Greek isles with every bite.
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Shanghai Style Savory New Year’s Cake
Main Ingredients: Napa Cabbage, Pork Tenderloin, Soy Sauce, Sherry
This recipe is a fusion of Shanghai and New Year's flavors, resulting in a unique and delicious dish. By incorporating soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger into the marinade, this Beer Can Chicken has a savory and slightly sweet taste that will have your taste buds dancing.
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Vasilopita, or New Year's Cake, or Saint Basil's cake
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Orange, Orange Juice, Yoghurt
For a more traditional take on the Greek New Year's cake, try this recipe that uses a combination of orange zest, thyme, and honey to infuse the chicken with delicious flavors. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
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{gluten free} Vasilopita- Lucky Greek New Year’s Cake
Main Ingredients: Gluten Free Flour, Baking Powder, Sugar, Butter, Orange
This gluten-free version of the traditional Vasilopita cake is perfect for those with dietary restrictions. By using a combination of almond flour and coconut flour in the marinade, this dish is packed with protein and healthy fats. Plus, the beer can keeps the chicken moist and tender while it grills to perfection.
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Carrot Cake
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Canela, Salt, Carrots, Oil
For a unique and unexpected take on the classic Beer Can Chicken, try this recipe that uses a mixture of carrots, ginger, and honey in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of spice from the ginger. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and delicious meal.
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Perfect Carrot Cake
Main Ingredients: Granulated Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Vegetable Oil
This recipe takes the classic flavors of a carrot cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. By mixing in carrots, pineapple, and cinnamon, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients. Serve with a side of wild rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Tres Leche Cake
Main Ingredients: Butter Cake Mix, Unsalted Butter, Water, Large Eggs
For a unique and indulgent take on the traditional Beer Can Chicken, try this recipe that uses a combination of heavy cream, evaporated milk, and condensed milk in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a decadent and delicious meal.
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Red Velvet Cake
Main Ingredients: Swans Down Cake Flour, Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
This recipe takes the classic flavors of a red velvet cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. By using a combination of buttermilk, cocoa powder, and red food coloring in the marinade, this dish has all the familiar flavors of the beloved dessert. Serve with a side of mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Moist White Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Baking Powder
For a lighter and more delicate take on the traditional Beer Can Chicken, try this recipe that uses a mixture of egg whites, vanilla extract, and almond extract in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is moist, tender, and packed with flavor. Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a healthy and delicious meal.
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Moist Banana Cake
Main Ingredients: Bananas, Lemon Juice, All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda
This recipe takes the classic flavors of a banana cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. By mixing in ripe bananas and walnuts with the traditional spices, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients. Serve with a side of quinoa for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Honey Bun Cake
Main Ingredients: Yellow Cake Mix, Brown Sugar, Powdered Sugar, Oil
For a sweet and indulgent take on the classic Beer Can Chicken, try this recipe that uses a combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, and honey in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is reminiscent of a warm and gooey honey bun. Serve with a side of roasted sweet potatoes for a complete and delicious meal.
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Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Vanilla, Egg, Flour, Baking Powder
This recipe takes the comforting flavors of a coffee cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. By using a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar in the marinade, this dish is packed with warm and cozy flavors. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Banana Cake
Main Ingredients: Mashed Bananas, Lemon Juice, Milk, Flour, Baking Soda
For a unique and unexpected take on the classic Beer Can Chicken, try this recipe that uses a combination of banana peppers, bacon, and honey in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of heat from the peppers. Serve with a side of roasted potatoes for a complete and delicious meal.
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Chocolate Blackout Cake
Main Ingredients: Granulated Sugar, Cornstarch, Salt, Half And Half
This recipe takes the indulgent flavors of a chocolate blackout cake and incorporates them into a Beer Can Chicken. By using a combination of dark chocolate, espresso powder, and vanilla extract in the marinade, this dish is rich, decadent, and perfect for chocolate lovers. Serve with a side of mashed sweet potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
This recipe is a more traditional take on the Greek New Year's cake, using a combination of lemon, cinnamon, and honey in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and perfect for celebrating the new year. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and delicious meal.
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Greek New Year’s Cake Made with Olive Oil -Vasilopita-
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Sugar, Olive Oil
This recipe is a healthier take on the traditional Vasilopita cake, using olive oil instead of butter in the marinade. The result is a chicken that is still packed with flavor, but with the added benefits of heart-healthy fats. Serve with a side of quinoa for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup of sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3-4 tbsp milk
Instructions
Cake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Next, add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk until everything is well combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting:
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
Add in the confectioners' sugar one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Once the cake has cooled, frost it with the frosting and decorate as desired.
Final Thoughts
This new year's cake is the perfect dessert to enjoy with loved ones as you welcome in the new year. The rich and creamy frosting pairs perfectly with the soft and moist cake, making every bite a taste of pure indulgence. So why not add this delicious recipe to your new year's celebration and start the year off on a sweet note? Happy baking!
