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Golden Greek Honey Pie

Golden Greek Honey Pie: A Slice of Bliss in Every Bite

Experience the delightful Golden Greek Honey Pie, a Mediterranean dessert with layers of crispy phyllo and creamy semolina filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 package Phyllo Dough Keep covered while working to avoid drying out.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Consider using clarified butter for deeper flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Semolina Flour Essential for the classic taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to adjust to personal taste.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Almond milk can be used as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warm spiced flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Can be substituted with allspice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Adds a crunchy finish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Layer one sheet of phyllo dough in the baking dish and brush it with melted butter. Repeat with six sheets.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together semolina flour, eggs, granulated sugar, whole milk, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling over the phyllo layers evenly.
  5. Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with melted butter and lightly scoring the surface.
  6. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with warmed honey and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep phyllo covered with a damp towel to avoid tearing. Generously butter each layer for optimal texture.

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