So December already knocked the door. However, didn't bring snow, cold or any inspiration.
Last year I shared with you my
x-mas bazaar. This year, trying to get into the Christmas spirit, I will share with you a Greek traditional x-mas recipe!
What we need:
- 3 cups of a light olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1 1/2 cups caster sugar
- 1kg plain flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- orange and lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp grated cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp grated clove
For the syrup:
- 2 cups of water
- 2 cups of sugar
- 2 cups of good-quality honey
- cinnamon stick
- lemon slice and juice
- finely chopped walnuts
What to do:
Step 1
Whisk the olive oil, the orange juice, the brandy and the sugar in a large bowl.
Add the rest and when everything is well combined, add the flour. When the dough does not stick to our hands, it's ready.
Step 2
Place, about 4cm apart, on the prepared trays. Use a fork to flatten.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden.
Step 3
Meanwhile, place all the syrup ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high. Bring to the boil. Boil for 5 minutes or until syrup thickens. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
Remove the melomakarona from the oven. Pour over the syrup. Set aside on the trays, turning once, for 20 minutes to infuse. Transfer the biscuits to a serving plate. Top with the walnut to serve and tadaaaaaaa!!Melomakarona for everybody!!!! You should have something that looks like that:
Enjoy and try not to eat them all! :)
