Description
Greek Honey Pie is a delightful dessert that brings together the rich flavors of honey, creamy filling, and a flaky crust. Each slice is an invitation to savor the sweet moments of life, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With a hint of cinnamon and the option to add nuts, this pie is not only delicious but also visually stunning on any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey (preferably pure)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar. Add cold butter and rub until crumbly.
- Gradually add ice water until dough holds together. Roll out and fit into a pie dish.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until fluffy. Add Greek yogurt, honey, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest; mix until smooth.
- Pour filling into the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set with a slight jiggle.
- Cool completely before slicing. Drizzle with additional honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg