Greek Melomakarono
Greek Melomakarono are irresistible honey-soaked cookies that blend warm spices and citrus for a festive treat. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions. Easy to make, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dessert that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix in olive oil and brown sugar until crumbly; add water gradually to form dough.
- Shape dough into small balls (1 inch), flatten slightly, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, combine syrup ingredients in a saucepan and simmer until dissolved.
- Dip warm cookies in syrup and let them soak briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, include almonds or other nuts. To enhance flavor, experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or cardamom.