Greek Honey Pie
Greek Honey Pie is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors in every bite. With a flaky, buttery phyllo crust enveloping a luscious filling of honey, walnuts, and aromatic spices, this pie is perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in. Serve it warm or chilled with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat that will transport your taste buds straight to Greece.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer six sheets of phyllo in the dish, brushing each with melted butter.
- In a bowl, combine chopped walnuts, honey, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until well mixed.
- Spread the walnut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers and top with six more butter-brushed sheets.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle warm honey on top before letting it cool slightly.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating ground nutmeg or using almonds instead of walnuts. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.