Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies) Recipe

Name: Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookies; 1 cup olive oil; 6 tablespoons sugar; 6 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons brandy; 3 3/4 cups pastry flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; Syrup; 2 cups greek amber honey; 2 cups sugar; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 cups chopped walnuts (to garnish)

Servings: persons

Cookies
1 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons brandy
3 3/4 cups pastry flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Syrup
2 cups greek amber honey
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups chopped walnuts (to garnish)

1
COOKIES ~.
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
3
Beat together first 4 ingredients. Sift flour, baking powder, cloves, and baking soda 3 times.
4
Add the sifted dry ingredients to the oil mixture and knead gently.
5
Pinch off 2 1/2 tablespoons portions of dough and form into little flat oblongs (football shapes). Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet 2-inches apart.
6
Bake in oven at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
7
SYRUP ~.
8
Boil honey, sugar, water, and cinnamon for 5 minutes.
9
Pour syrup over hot melomakarona cookies.
10
Allow to soak for 15 minutes, take them out of the syrup and place on large plate.
11
Sprinkle with finely chopped walnuts.

2176

kcal

Calories

Fat

319

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookies, 1 cup olive oil, 6 tablespoons sugar, 6 tablespoons orange juice, and more.

Yes, Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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