Greece • Dessert

Loukoumades

Small yeast-raised doughnuts drizzled with honey and cinnamon.

VegetarianSweet
Prep90 min
Cook20 min
Servings8

Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Mix flour, yeast, water, sugar and salt into a thick sticky batter. Cover and rise 60–75 minutes until bubbly.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Heat oil to 175°C in a deep pan less than half full.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Using two lightly oiled teaspoons, drop small portions carefully into the oil.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Fry in small batches for 3–4 minutes, turning, until puffed and golden; check the first one is cooked through.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Drain on a rack, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon and walnuts.

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Editorial recipe. Preparation may vary by region; not independently kitchen-tested.

Source: BestFoodBook original editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested