Delectable Greek Loukoumades with Honey Syrup – A Vegetarian Heaven
This recipe for Delectable Greek Loukoumades with Honey Syrup is an easy-to-prepare vegetarian dessert. Combining mouthwatering flavors and a cinematic plating appeal, it offers the perfect balance of sweetness and fluffy texture.
Allergens
N/A (excluding walnuts for nut allergy)
Ingredients
- 1. 1 cup all
- purpose flour 2. 1/4 teaspoon salt 3. 1 tablespoon sugar 4. 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying 5. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 6. Honey Syrup: 7. 1 cup honey 8. 1/2 cup water 9. 1 cinnamon stick 10. 1 tablespoon lemon juice 11. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) 12. Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Gradually add water and whisk until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a spoon, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the honey syrup by combining honey, water, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick, and let cool slightly.
- Drizzle the warm honey syrup over the fried Loukoumades and garnish with chopped walnuts and powdered sugar if desired. Serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
Serve Loukoumades warm to enjoy the perfect balance of fluffy texture and sweet flavor.
Notes
Adjust the honey syrup to taste, adding more honey if you prefer a stronger flavor.