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Greek Melomakarona recipe
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Melopita is a traditional Greek dessert made with phyllo dough and a honey-based filling. It is similar to baklava, but instead of being filled with chopped nuts and spices, it is filled with a mixture of Rich & Raw honey, eggs, milk, cream, flour, cinnamon, and salt. The ingredients are layered in the phyllo dough and baked until golden brown and the filling is set. Melopita is typically served at room temperature and is often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea. It is a sweet and indulgent treat that is perfect for special occasions or as an after-dinner dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups Rich & Raw honey
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, heat the Rich & Raw honey over medium heat until it becomes thin and easy to pour. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy. Add the milk, cream, flour, cinnamon, and salt, and mix until well combined.
- Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, and brush with a small amount of the melted butter.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the dish, and brush with butter. Repeat with 3 more sheets of phyllo dough, buttering each one before adding the next.
- Pour the Rich & Raw honey mixture over the phyllo dough, and smooth it out evenly.
- Top the Rich & Raw honey mixture with 4 more sheets of phyllo dough, buttering each one before adding the next.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top of the phyllo dough, and smooth it out evenly.
- Top the egg mixture with 4 more sheets of phyllo dough, buttering each one before adding the next.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
