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A slice of Greek Honey Pie on a plate, with a golden crust and creamy filling, drizzled with honey. A small piece of honeycomb is placed next to the pie.

Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)

A delicate and creamy Greek dessert, infused with honey and lemon zest for a refreshing, sweet experience.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: creamy pie, Greek dessert, Greek Honey Pie, honey pie, Melopita, ricotta pie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 213kcal
Cost: $10

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 120 grams flour about ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt for balance
  • 1 teaspoon sugar for sweetness
  • 80 grams butter about ⅓ cup cubed and chilled unsalted

For the filling:

  • 350 grams ricotta about 12.4 ounces drained well full-fat
  • 2 tablespoons milk whole milk or any preferred milk
  • 2 medium eggs room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons honey for sweetness plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest grated yellow part only
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for sweetness
  • Pinch salt to enhance flavors
  • Ground cinnamon for dusting and serving

Instructions

  • To make the crust, combine the chilled butter, flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor or a large bowl. Pulse or mix until the texture resembles sand.
  • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cold water and pulse or mix until the dough starts to come together.
  • Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • For the filling, in a medium bowl, mix the drained ricotta, eggs, honey, sugar, milk, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a flat surface until it fits a 7-inch pie pan. Use a rolling pin for even thickness.
  • Transfer the rolled dough to the pie pan and trim off the excess dough around the edges.
  • Pour the ricotta mixture into the prepared crust. Smooth the top with an angled spatula for an even finish.
  • Place the pie in the lower part of the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden on top.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and dust with ground cinnamon. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Drizzle with extra honey before serving and enjoy!

Notes

Melopita is a sweet, creamy Greek dessert with a hint of lemon zest and a rich honey flavor. It’s perfect with coffee or tea, making it a delightful treat to serve for special occasions or a cozy snack.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 408IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg