Traditional Greek Loukoumades with Honey
A sweet and crispy Greek dessert made with fried dough balls drizzled with honey. This traditional recipe is perfect for special occasions or everyday treats.
Ingredients
- β2 cups all-purpose flour
- β1 teaspoon yeast
- β1 teaspoon salt
- β1 cup milk
- β1 cup honey
- β2 cups vegetable oil
- β1 cup sweet anise water
Instructions
- 1
Combine flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl.
- 2
Gradually add milk and honey to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- 3
Knead the dough for 10 minutes until it becomes elastic.
- 4
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- 5
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 6
Punch down the dough and cut it into small balls. Fry the balls in batches until they are golden brown.
- 7
Drain the loukoumades on paper towels and serve warm with a drizzle of honey.