Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)
Indulge in the warmth of Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita), a scrumptious dessert that encapsulates the spirit of Mediterranean sweetness. This delightful pie features layers of flaky phyllo dough enveloping a creamy, spiced semolina filling, all topped with a luscious honey glaze. With its simple yet flavorful ingredients, this dish is perfect for any occasion, be it a festive celebration or a cozy weeknight treat. Impress friends and family with this easy-to-make pie that tastes like it came from a gourmet kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 sheets of phyllo dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semolina flour
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup honey, warmed
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer one sheet of phyllo in the dish and brush with melted butter; repeat with six more sheets.
- In a bowl, whisk together semolina, eggs, sugar, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the phyllo base and cover with one additional phyllo sheet, brushing with butter in between layers.
- Score the top lightly and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle warmed honey and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 54mg