Indulge in the taste of Greece with this traditional Greek honey pie from Sifnos. This dessert combines the sweetness of honey with a flaky pie crust, creating a decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and cold, cubed butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water gradually and mix until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a pie dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix honey, sugar, breadcrumbs, walnuts, cinnamon, and cloves.
- Pour the honey mixture over the dough in the pie dish.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sifnos is a beautiful Greek island known for its delicious cuisine, including this honey pie.
The combination of honey, sugar, and nuts in this pie creates a unique and irresistible flavor profile.
Honey pies are a popular dessert in many Mediterranean countries, each with its own twist on the classic recipe.