Loukoumades
Light, pillowy Greek honey fritters—crispy at the edges and tender inside—finished with warm honey-cinnamon syrup and toasted walnuts for contrast. They’re indulgent finger food built from a simple yeast batter and quick frying technique that rewards careful temperature control.
2 cup all-purpose flour
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp granulated sugar
½ tsp salt
1 cup warm water, about 105–110°F
½ cup milk, warm
1 egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
½ cup honey
¼ cup water, for syrup
1 tbsp granulated sugar, for syrup
½ lemon, juice only
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 orange, zest only
¼ cup powdered sugar, optional, for dusting
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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