Melomakarona a Greek Christmas Cookie
Embrace the festive spirit with Melomakarona, a traditional Greek Christmas cookie that perfectly balances warm spices, citrusy zest, and a tender, honey-soaked texture. Made with a combination of all-purpose flour and semolina for a delicate crumb, these cookies are infused with aromatic cinnamon, cloves, and a splash of cognac or brandy for a sophisticated depth of flavor. Zesty orange and chopped walnuts bring a tantalizing freshness and crunch, while a sticky honey glaze ensures that every bite is irresistibly sweet and indulgent. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are a cherished part of Greek holiday celebrations and make a beautiful addition to any dessert spread. Lightly spiced, boldly flavored, and simple to bake, Melomakarona cookies are the perfect way to add a touch of Mediterranean magic to your Christmas season!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Semolina
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (ground)
- 0.5 teaspoons Cloves (ground)
- 120 grams Sugar
- 120 milliliters Orange juice
- 30 milliliters Brand or cognac
- 50 grams Honey
- 200 milliliters Sunflower oil (or light olive oil)
- 1 orange Zest of one orange
- 200 grams Chopped walnuts
Directions
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1341.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6013.5 |
| Total Fat 340.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1543.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 662.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 179.0g | |
| Protein 99.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 275.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1837.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories