Description
Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita) is a traditional no-crust dessert from the island of Sifnos. Made with creamy ricotta cheese, floral Greek honey, and a hint of cinnamon, this custard-like pie is light, subtly sweet, and naturally gluten-free. It’s simple to prepare and delicious served warm or cold.
Ingredients
1½ cups ricotta cheese (or anthotyro if available)
¼ cup Greek honey (plus more for drizzling)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus more for dusting)
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch pie or baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese and honey. Stir until smooth.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, lemon zest (if using), and salt. Whisk until fully blended.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the center is just set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Dust with cinnamon and drizzle with additional honey before serving.
Notes
Can be served warm or chilled.
Optional toppings include fresh berries or a dollop of yogurt.
For variation, use orange zest or add a tablespoon of cream for richness.
To store, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 20–30 seconds or enjoy cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
