Milopitakia (Greek Apple-Filled Cookies) Recipe

Name: Milopitakia (Greek Apple-Filled Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: DOUGH; 3 1/2 cups self-rising flour; 1 cup butter, chilled and diced; 4 -5 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt; butter, for greasing pans; confectioners' sugar, for dusting; FILLING; 4 large baking apples, peeled and coarsely grated; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 tablespoons superfine sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for dusting; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated; 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

DOUGH
3 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup butter, chilled and diced
4 -5 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
butter, for greasing pans
confectioners' sugar, for dusting
FILLING
4 large baking apples, peeled and coarsely grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons superfine sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for dusting
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

1
DOUGH:.
2
Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl. Cut in the diced butter with a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Lightly stir in the yogurt, mixing until the dough just begins to come together (it should feel crumbly). Don't knead the dough, just gather all the crumbs and press them into a ball with your hands.
4
Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
5
FILLING:.
6
While dough is chilling, put the apples, lemon juice and superfine sugar in a small pan over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat and stir in all the remaining filling ingredients (spices and walnuts).
7
ASSEMBLY:.
8
Preheat the oven to 350 deg. F. Grease two large baking sheets with butter.
9
Divide the dough into 30 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then press your thumb into the ball to form a large hollow. Spoon the filling mixture into the hollows and press dough around it to seal it inches.
10
Very gently press the filled cookies down to flatten them out a bit, but not so much that your filling leaks out. Place the balls on the baking sheets, seam side down, and bake them for about 35 minutes, or until lightly golden.
11
Remove cookies from oven. Sift confectioners sugar and cinnamon over warm cookies, then allow to cool.
12
Cookies keep for about 3 days at room temperature, or they can be frozen for several months.

1191

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: DOUGH, 3 1/2 cups self-rising flour, 1 cup butter, chilled and diced, 4 -5 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt, and more.

Yes, Milopitakia (Greek Apple-Filled 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!

Milopitakia (Greek Apple-Filled Cookies)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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