Loukoumades
Loukoumades are Greek honey doughnuts, fried until golden, and drizzled with honey and cinnamon. They are crispy on the outside and soft inside.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Yeast
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 cup (240ml) Warm water
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- ¼ cup (60g) Honey
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, mix until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a pan for frying. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
- Remove the loukoumades and place on paper towels to drain.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle cinnamon on top before serving.
Notes
- Loukoumades are best enjoyed fresh and hot.
- You can add walnuts or sesame seeds for extra texture.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweeter variation.