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A slice of Greek Honey Pie on a plate, with a golden crust and creamy filling, drizzled with honey. A small piece of honeycomb is placed next to the pie.

Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)

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A delicate and creamy Greek dessert, infused with honey and lemon zest for a refreshing, sweet experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 213
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust:
  • 120 grams flour about ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt for balance
  • 1 teaspoon sugar for sweetness
  • 80 grams butter about ⅓ cup cubed and chilled unsalted
For the filling:
  • 350 grams ricotta about 12.4 ounces drained well full-fat
  • 2 tablespoons milk whole milk or any preferred milk
  • 2 medium eggs room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons honey for sweetness plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest grated yellow part only
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for sweetness
  • Pinch salt to enhance flavors
  • Ground cinnamon for dusting and serving

Method
 

  1. To make the crust, combine the chilled butter, flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor or a large bowl. Pulse or mix until the texture resembles sand.
  2. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cold water and pulse or mix until the dough starts to come together.
  3. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. For the filling, in a medium bowl, mix the drained ricotta, eggs, honey, sugar, milk, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  5. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  6. Roll out the chilled dough on a flat surface until it fits a 7-inch pie pan. Use a rolling pin for even thickness.
  7. Transfer the rolled dough to the pie pan and trim off the excess dough around the edges.
  8. Pour the ricotta mixture into the prepared crust. Smooth the top with an angled spatula for an even finish.
  9. Place the pie in the lower part of the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden on top.
  10. Once done, remove from the oven and dust with ground cinnamon. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  11. Drizzle with extra honey before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 211mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 408IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Melopita is a sweet, creamy Greek dessert with a hint of lemon zest and a rich honey flavor. It’s perfect with coffee or tea, making it a delightful treat to serve for special occasions or a cozy snack.

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