Loukamades Honey Puffs – Honey Hamony
Loukoumades, or Greek honey puffs, are a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Greece, combining the delicate crispness of fried dough with the sumptuous cascade of honey. These treats, often garnished with cinnamon and crushed nuts, are more than just sweets; they’re a celebration of tradition and art in dessert form. Originating as sacred offerings in ancient Greece, today, they mark special occasions and gatherings, embodying the joy and unity food can bring.
Prep Time
1 hour and 15 minutes
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Servings
This recipe makes approximately 30 loukoumades, serving about 5 people (6 loukoumades per serving).
Ingredients
- Active dry yeast: 2 teaspoons (9.46 ml)
- Warm water: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Self-rising flour: 2 cups (256 g)
- Corn starch: 1 tablespoon (8 g)
- Honey: 1/2 cup (120 ml) for the batter + 1 cup (240 ml) for syrup
- Sugar: 1/4 cup (50 g) for syrup
- Water (for syrup): 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2.6 g)
- Chopped walnuts: 1/2 cup (58 g)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Method
- Dissolve the active dry yeast in 1 cup of lukewarm water and let it sit for 5 minutes to activate.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with 2 cups of self-rising flour and 1 tablespoon of corn starch. Mix until smooth.
- Add 1/2 cup of honey to the batter and mix well.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 375°F (190°C).
- Gently drop spoonfuls of the risen dough into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- For the syrup, combine 1 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Drizzle the warm honey syrup over the fried loukoumades.
- Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and chopped walnuts before serving.
Loukoumades are a delightful blend of textures and flavors, encapsulating the essence of Greek dessert tradition. This recipe, balancing the crispness of fried dough with the sweetness of honey and a touch of cinnamon, offers an authentic taste of Greece. Perfect for special occasions or as a treat to enjoy with family and friends, these honey puffs are sure to bring warmth and joy to any tabl
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: Approximately 250
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Sugars: 25 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g