Melomakarona Recipe for Greek Honey Walnut Cookies

Melomakarona Recipe for Greek Honey Walnut Cookies

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This Melomakarona recipe always keeps people coming back for more. Discover how to make these delicious Greek honey walnut Christmas cookies.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
  • Orange or lemon peel
  • 1 tablespoon orange or lemon juice
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup neutral oil (evoo, grapeseed, canola, etc)
  • 1/2 pound butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 7-8 cups flour*
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup orange juice (about 2 large oranges) + zest (optional)
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 ounces whiskey or bourbon
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups ground walnuts
  • More honey for drizzling (optional)

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