Loukoumades (Greek Honey Dumplings) Recipe

Name: Loukoumades (Greek Honey Dumplings)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast; 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour; None None FOR THE HONEY CITRUS SYRUP; 1 1/2 cups honey; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 (2 inch) strips lemon zest; 2 (2 inch) strips orange zest; None None vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
None None FOR THE HONEY CITRUS SYRUP
1 1/2 cups honey
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 (2 inch) strips lemon zest
2 (2 inch) strips orange zest
None None vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 tsp ground cinnamon

1
Whisk together yeast, sugar, salt and 1 cup warm water until yeast has dissolved. Set aside for 5-10 mins, or until frothy.
2
Sift flour into a large bowl. Add yeast mixture and stir until smooth. Cover and let stand in a warm place for 45 mins, or until doubled in size.
3
Meanwhile, to make the honey citrus syrup, stir honey, sugar, citrus zest and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over high heat until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 10 mins, or until thickened slightly. Let cool.
4
Heat oil in a large saucepan or wok over medium-high heat. Deep-fry rounded teaspoons of batter, in batches, until browned lightly and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
5
Drizzle hot loukoumades with syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve warm.

598

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast, 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Loukoumades (Greek Honey Dumplings)

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