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Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)

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Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita) combines the crispness of phyllo dough with a creamy semolina custard filling, sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with toasted sesame seeds, this traditional Greek dessert offers a perfect blend of textures and flavors.

  • Total Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

8 sheets of phyllo dough

1 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup semolina flour

3 large eggs

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 cups whole milk

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Pinch of salt

For the topping: 1/2 cup honey, warmed

2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the phyllo crust: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the pie dish, brushing it with melted butter. Repeat the process, layering and buttering each sheet of phyllo dough until all 8 sheets are used. Make sure to leave some overhang on the edges. Set aside.
  3. Make the semolina filling: In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it’s warm (but not boiling). In a separate bowl, whisk together the semolina flour, eggs, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Slowly add the warm milk to the semolina mixture, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Cook the filling: Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens into a creamy custard consistency (about 5-7 minutes). Once thickened, remove from heat and allow the custard to cool slightly.
  5. Assemble the pie: Pour the semolina filling into the prepared phyllo crust, spreading it evenly. Fold the overhanging phyllo dough over the top of the filling. If there are gaps, add more phyllo dough layers to cover the pie completely.
  6. Bake the pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is set.
  7. Finish with honey and sesame seeds: Once the pie is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately drizzle the warmed honey over the top. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the honey.
  8. Serve and enjoy: Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store any leftover pie in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you want to store it for longer, refrigerate it for up to 1 week.

To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free phyllo dough and ensure the semolina is gluten-free.

For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy butter and milk.

Feel free to swap the sesame seeds with chopped pistachios, walnuts, or almonds for a different nutty flavor.

For extra texture, consider adding chopped almonds or walnuts to the semolina filling.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/golden-greek-honey-pie-melopita/