Celebrate the New Year with Vasilopita in Saranda

Celebrate the new year with a delectable sweet treat from the Greek heritage of southern Albania. Vasilopita, also referred to as Basilopita, is a customary breakfast enjoyed by numerous individuals during this festive time. It is a delightful way to embrace tradition and indulge in the flavors of the season.

It is a perfectly sweet and flavourful New Year’s Cake in Saranda and around.

The Vasilopita, a sweet bread traditionally baked in honor of St. Basil’s act of charity, is a beloved treat. (Village Shen Vasil is just 15 km from Saranda is named after St. Basil).

This cake is full of meaning, and is baked with a coin hidden inside of it.

Vasilopita is a Greek rooted cake with a citrus flavor that’s not too sweet. It’s traditionally served for breakfast or brunch on New Year’s Day.

Each person gets a slice starting with the youngest — whoever gets the coin hidden in their piece will have good luck for the year!

We wish all of you lucky 2025 ahead!

Best to follow the Recipe of COOKIST

4 cups Flour
1 3/4 cups Sugar
2 tbsp Baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cup Orange juice
1 tsp Vanilla
1 tbsp Orange zest
3 Eggs