Description
Indulge in the sweet and rich flavors of this Golden Greek Honey Pie, also known as Melopita. Layers of phyllo dough are filled with a velvety semolina custard, flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, then drizzled with warm honey and toasted sesame seeds for a delightful finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1⁄2 cup honey, warmed
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a saucepan, combine semolina, sugar, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Pie: Layer phyllo sheets in a greased pan, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Pour the custard over the phyllo layers.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown and set.
- Finish: Drizzle the warm honey over the pie and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
- This pie is best served warm or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or citrus zest to the custard for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Greek dessert, honey pie recipe, phyllo dough dessert