Golden Greek Honey Pie
Golden Greek Honey Pie is a delectable dessert that marries flaky phyllo pastry with luscious honey and crunchy walnuts. Each slice embodies the warmth of spices, inviting you to savor its rich flavor profile. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations, this pie brings back cherished memories of sweet afternoons spent in Grandma’s kitchen. With a beautiful golden crust and a glossy honey glaze, it’s sure to impress anyone who takes a bite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup high-quality Greek honey
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie pan with melted butter.
- In a bowl, combine chopped walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest.
- Layer one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan and brush with melted butter; repeat for about 6-8 layers.
- Spread half of the nut mixture over the phyllo base, then layer another 4-5 sheets of phyllo with butter before adding the remaining nut mixture.
- Finish layering with another set of phyllo sheets (6-8), brushing each with butter.
- Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nutmeg into the filling or substituting walnuts with almonds. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.