Golden Greek Honey Pie for a Sweet Slice of Happiness

Golden Greek Honey Pie is a delightful dessert combining flaky phyllo dough and creamy semolina filling, topped with honey.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pie

1 pack Phyllo Dough Keep covered to prevent drying.
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melt for easy layering.
1 cup Semolina Flour Can swap with fine cornmeal.
3 large Eggs Binds the filling together.
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for taste.
2 cups Whole Milk Use almond milk for dairy-free.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warm flavor.
1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional but enhances sweetness.
1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.

For the Topping

1/2 cup Honey Warm for drizzling.
2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Omit if desired.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
Layer phyllo dough with melted butter, using six sheets.
Combine semolina flour, eggs, sugar, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl, whisking until smooth.
Pour filling over phyllo layers and top with one last sheet of phyllo brushed with butter.
Score the top with a knife and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
Cool slightly, then drizzle warm honey and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cover phyllo dough with a damp towel while working to prevent drying. Allow cooling for cleaner cuts. Experiment with additional spices for variation.

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