A cookie just isn't Greek unless it combines honey and walnuts. These cookies are perfect for a potluck because you can make and freeze them well ahead of time. Paired with a cup of strong Greek coffee, they really satisfy a sweet tooth.
- Portion size 28 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: November 2002
Ingredients
Syrup:
Method
In large bowl, whisk together oil, orange juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon and liquid honey.
In separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add to oil mixture; sprinkle with chopped walnuts. Stir to combine. Roll by level tablespoonfuls (15 mL) into balls; place on parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Top each with 1 walnut half; press firmly into dough.
Bake in centre of 350°F (180°C) oven until bottoms are golden, about 20 minutes.
Syrup: Meanwhile, in saucepan, bring 3/4 cup (175 mL) water, granulated sugar and honey to boil.
Remove cookies from oven. Using slotted spoon, dip hot cookies, 1 at a time, into syrup. Let cool completely on rack set over baking sheet or waxed paper. Sprinkle with icing sugar. (Make-ahead: Layer between waxed paper in airtight container; store for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 weeks.)
Nutritional facts <b>Per cookie:</b> about
- Sodium 25 mg
- Protein 1 g
- Calories 135.0
- Total fat 8 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Saturated fat 1 g
- Total carbohydrate 15 g
%RDI
- Iron 6.0
- Folate 6.0
- Calcium 1.0
- Vitamin C 2.0
