Glorious Gluten-Free Greek Loukoumades with Honey Syrup & Walnuts

Allergens

Eggs, Milk

Ingredients

• 1. 1 cup gluten
• free all
• purpose flour 2. 1/2 tsp baking powder 3. Pinch of salt 4. 1 cup milk (dairy or non
• dairy) 5. 2 large eggs, room temperature 6. 2 tbsp granulated sugar 7. 1 tsp vanilla extract 8. Canola oil, for frying 9. Honey syrup:
• 3/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tbsp lemon juice 10. Garnish:
• Crushed walnuts
• Powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
2. Gradually add milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. In a deep frying pan or saucepan, heat oil to about 350°F (175°C). Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
4. Remove the Loukoumades from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. For the honey syrup, combine honey, water, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then bring it to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Once Loukoumades have cooled slightly, toss them in the warm honey syrup to coat evenly.
7. Transfer the syrup coated Loukoumades onto serving plates and garnish with crushed walnuts and a dusting of powdered sugar (optional).

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect Loukoumades lies in the batter consistency and frying temperature.

Notes

Feel free to replace crushed walnuts with your favorite nuts or seeds.