Golden Greek Honey Pie Melopita (Print-Friendly Format)
Layers of buttery phyllo, semolina, warm spices, and honey create a Mediterranean-inspired golden dessert.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Pastry
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8 sheets phyllo dough
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1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
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1 cup (160 g) semolina flour
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3 large eggs
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3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
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2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
→ Topping
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1/2 cup (120 ml) honey, warmed
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2 tablespoons (16 g) sesame seeds, toasted
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
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Lay one sheet of phyllo in the prepared dish and brush generously with melted butter. Repeat the process with six more sheets, stacking each and brushing with butter between layers.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together semolina flour, eggs, granulated sugar, whole milk, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until the mixture is completely smooth.
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Pour the semolina filling evenly over the layered phyllo base.
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Place the remaining phyllo sheet over the filling, brushing the top with melted butter. Lightly score the surface with a sharp knife to facilitate portioning after baking.
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Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until golden and set. Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes out of the oven.
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Drizzle the warm honey evenly over the surface. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds. Slice along the scored lines and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Extra Tips:
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Score the pastry before baking for clean, even slices when serving.
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Ensure that store-bought phyllo dough is fully thawed before use, following the packaging instructions.
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Adjust the amount of honey to achieve your preferred level of sweetness.
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Nutritional values are approximate and subject to the specific brands and ingredients used.