Λουκουμάδες | Loukoumades

Crisp honey-drenched doughnuts sprinkled with cinnamon and walnuts.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 packet yeast
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• enough for frying oil

Method

1. Dissolve yeast in warm water with sugar, let it sit till foamy.
2. Mix in flour to create a smooth dough. Let rise for 1 hour.
3. Heat oil in a pan, drop spoonfuls of dough into hot oil.
4. Fry until golden brown and drain on paper towels.
5. Drizzle with honey, sprinkle cinnamon and crushed walnuts.

Chef's tips

• Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
• Use a deep pan to avoid splatters.