Jul 14 2026
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Melomakarona Recipe

Inspired by Cafeneo
Time1h 30m
Serves24

Make Melomakarona Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Syrup

Garnish

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sugar, orange juice, vanilla extract, and chopped walnuts until the mixture is smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Slowly add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing with a spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

  4. 4

    Shape the Cookies

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Take small portions of the dough and shape them into oval cookies. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Baking

  1. 5

    Bake the Cookies

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until lightly golden on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Syrup Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Syrup

    In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, honey, and the cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.

Final Assembly

  1. 7

    Soak the Cookies

    While the cookies are still warm, dip them in the syrup for a few seconds, allowing them to soak up the syrup.

  2. 8

    Garnish

    Place the soaked cookies on a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped walnuts and ground cinnamon.

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