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Melomakarona (Honey Cookies)

Irresistible Melomakarona Recipe: Easy, Crunchy Honey Cookies Bliss

Discover the delightful taste of Melomakarona, the warm honey-soaked cookies that embody the spirit of cozy celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Honey Syrup
  • 1 cup Honey Use rich, floral honey
  • 1 cup Water Helps create syrup consistency
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Balances sweetness and adds gloss
  • 1 piece Cinnamon Stick For warm spice
  • 3-4 pieces Cloves Whole cloves for aroma
For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Foundation for cookie texture
  • 1/2 cup Semolina Adds nuttiness and crunch
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Helps cookies rise
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Keeps dough moist
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Adds citrus zing
  • 1 tablespoon Zest of Orange For refreshing lift
  • 1 tablespoon Zest of Lemon For refreshing lift
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Sweetens dough
  • 1/4 cup Brandy or Cognac Optional for depth
  • 1 cup Ground Walnuts Adds texture and richness
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts For texture on top
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances aroma

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • saucepan
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Making Melomakarona
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F while allowing the dough time to rest.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, ½ cup semolina, baking powder, sugar, and ground walnuts until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, stir olive oil, orange juice, zest, brandy, and a beaten egg until emulsified.
  4. Pour wet mix over dry ingredients and fold gently until the dough binds.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls and roll into ovals. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
  6. Slide the tray into the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  7. In a saucepan, combine honey, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer 5 minutes.
  8. Remove syrup from heat, let cool, and dip warm cookies briefly.
  9. Arrange cookies on a platter and sprinkle chopped walnuts and ground cinnamon over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional to drizzle melted chocolate for a decadent twist. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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