Diples
Diples are delicate, crispy fried pastries rolled into shapes and drenched in honey syrup. They are popular for celebrations and symbolize prosperity and happiness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) All-purpose flour
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 tbsp Brandy or ouzo
- ½ tsp Baking powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Olive oil for frying
For Syrup:
- 1 cup (200g) Honey
- ½ cup (120ml) Water
- ½ cup (100g) Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ½ cup (60g) Crushed walnuts or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Mix flour, eggs, brandy, baking powder, salt, and vanilla into a smooth dough. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough very thin and cut into strips or rectangles.
- Fry the strips in hot olive oil until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the syrup by boiling honey, water, sugar, and cinnamon for 5 minutes.
- Dip the fried pastries into the warm syrup, ensuring full coverage, and garnish with crushed nuts or sesame seeds.
Notes
- Roll the dough as thin as possible for a crispier texture.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and crunch.
- Experiment with toppings like grated coconut or orange zest for modern variations.