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Melomakarona (Greek Christmas Honey Cookies) Recipe

Melomakarona (Greek Christmas Honey Cookies)

Bushra
Traditional Greek Christmas honey cookies flavored with orange, cinnamon and spices, dipped in honey syrup and topped with walnuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Greek
Servings 50 pieces
Calories 195 kcal

Equipment

  • Large baking trays
  • Parchment Paper
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the melomakarona

  • 150 g fine semolina (5.3 ounces, half a cup)
  • 500 g flour (soft) (17.6 ounces, 4 cups)

For the syrup

  • 300 g water (10 ounces, 1 1/4 cups)
  • 600 g sugar (20 ounces, 2 3/4 cups)

To garnish

  • 200 g chopped walnuts (7 ounces, 1 2/3 cups)

Instructions
 

  • To prepare this melomakarona recipe start by making the syrup first. In a pot add all the ingredients for the syrup, besides the honey and bring to the boil. Boil for 3-4 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved and remove from the stove. Stir in the honey and set aside to cool completely.
  • Prepare the dough for the melomakarona. In a bowl add the semolina, flour and baking powder and mix with a whisk to combine.

Notes

Store the melomakarona at room temperature in an airtight container. They will keep for all your Christmas Holidays!

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 31.2gProtein: 2.1gFat: 7.6gSaturated Fat: 2.6gSodium: 39.4mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 20.4g
Keyword Greek holiday cookies, honey spice cookies, Mediterranean sweets, traditional Christmas dessert, walnut cookies
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