Greek Honey Cookies Melomakarona
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of **Greek Honey Cookies (Melomakarona)**, a beloved holiday treat bursting with Mediterranean charm. These tender, oval-shaped cookies are made with a luscious blend of olive oil, orange juice, and a hint of brandy, then delicately spiced with cinnamon and cloves for a cozy, aromatic touch. After baking to golden perfection, they're drenched in a fragrant honey syrup, ensuring every bite is irresistibly moist and sweet. Finally, a generous sprinkle of chopped walnuts adds a satisfying crunch to this festive dessert. Perfect for gatherings or as a sweet gift, Melomakarona is a must-try for fans of traditional Greek desserts and anyone seeking a unique, flavorful cookie.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Olive oil
- 140 ml Vegetable oil
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 120 ml Orange juice
- 30 ml Brandy
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Ground cloves
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 125 g Semolina
- 250 g Honey
- 240 ml Water
- 200 g Granulated sugar (for syrup)
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 150 g Chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the orange juice, brandy, baking soda, cinnamon, and cloves to the mixture. Stir until fully combined.
Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and semolina, kneading gently until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to over-knead.
Take small portions of dough and shape them into oval cookies, about the size of a walnut. Place them on the prepared baking trays.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the trays.
While the cookies cool, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the honey, water, granulated sugar (for the syrup), and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the cookies are fully cooled, dip each cookie in the warm syrup for about 10-15 seconds. Ensure they are well coated before removing them with a slotted spoon.
Place the syrup-dipped cookies on a serving platter and sprinkle generously with chopped walnuts.
Allow the cookies to set for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 457.8 g | 587% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 101.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1296 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 815.8 g | 297% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.0 g | ||
| Protein | 94.9 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 31.5 mg | 175% | |
| Potassium | 1785 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
