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Greek Honey Cookies

Delicious Greek Honey Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Greek Honey Cookies are a delightful holiday treat, soft and crumbly, soaked in syrup, and topped with walnuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup orange juice adds acidity and bright flavor
  • 1 cup olive oil provides moisture and rich flavor
  • 1/2 cup honey natural sweetener
  • 1/2 cup water essential for hydrating the dough
  • 1 cup sugar sweetens the cookies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon infuses a warm, spicy note
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground clove contributes aromatic flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg adds nutty sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract elevates overall flavor
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest introduces refreshing citrus note
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as leavening agent
  • 1 cup fine semolina achieves crumbly texture
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
For the Syrup
  • 1 cup sugar essential for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup honey adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup water balances syrup's thickness
  • 1 stick cinnamon infuses syrup with warmth
  • 3 pieces dried cloves adds aromatic quality
  • 1 piece orange peel enhances syrup with citrus
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup honey drizzle over cookies
  • 1/2 cup ground walnuts provides a crunchy finish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pot
  • whisk
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine orange juice, olive oil, honey, water, and sugar. Stir until dissolved.
  2. Gradually incorporate fine semolina. In a separate bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, and flour. Slowly add to the liquid mixture.
  3. Divide the dough into 40-45 gram portions and shape into ovals. Place on parchment-lined sheets and create a criss-cross pattern.
  4. Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake cookies for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Prepare syrup by combining sugar, honey, and water with cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel. Bring to boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Soak warm cookies in syrup.
  6. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with walnuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to mix gently to keep cookies soft and crumbly. Store in an airtight container for best longevity.

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