Loukoumades
Greek honey puffs are light, crispy fried dough balls drizzled with warm honey and sprinkled with cinnamon. These golden, irresistible treats are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup warm water
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pistachios
Instructions
- 1
Mix warm water, instant yeast, and 0.5 teaspoon sugar in a bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Pour yeast mixture and olive oil into flour and stir until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Knead dough in the bowl for 3-4 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp towel and let rest 10 minutes.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Using wet hands, pinch off walnut-sized pieces of dough and gently drop into hot oil. Fry in small batches, about 4-5 puffs at a time.
- 6
Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Warm honey in a small saucepan over low heat.
- 8
Stack warm loukoumades in a serving bowl or plate, drizzle generously with warm honey, and sprinkle with cinnamon and nuts. Serve immediately while still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowls
- measuring cups and spoons
- deep frying pot or Dutch oven
- candy/deep-fry thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- small saucepan
- serving spoon
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