Aphrodite’s Honeyed Delight

Aphrodite’s Honeyed Delight

This recipe is a delicious and indulgent paleo-friendly Greek dessert inspired by the goddess Aphrodite. Featuring a crunchy nutty crust and creamy honey-kissed yogurt mousse, it captures the essence of ancient Greece in every bite.

Time: Prep - 15 mins, Cook - 10 mins, Total - 35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Greek, Paleo

Allergens

Tree nuts (almonds, walnuts), Dairy (Greek yogurt)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw almonds, chopped
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 3 cups full
  • fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, blend the almonds and walnuts until they form a coarse meal. Transfer to a bowl and mix in a pinch of sea salt.
  2. Press the nut mixture into the bottom of six small ramekins or glasses. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Carefully spoon the yogurt mixture over the cooled crusts to fill each ramekin or glass. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.

Chef’s Insight

This dessert is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, capturing the essence of Greece in every bite.

Notes

For a lower-carb version, use a sugar-free honey substitute or increase the amount of Greek yogurt to compensate for the lack of sweetness from the honey.

Cultural or Historical Background

Named after the Greek goddess Aphrodite, this dessert pays homage to her beauty and charm while incorporating ingredients traditionally found in ancient Greece.