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Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)

A traditional Greek honey-sweetened cheese pie with a soft, custard-like texture and rich Mediterranean flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Melopita Batter
  • 2 cups full-fat ricotta cheese
  • 3 eggs large
  • 0.5 cup Greek honey plus extra for drizzling
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour or fine semolina
  • 0.25 cup olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk ricotta cheese and honey until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking gently.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. Fold in flour or semolina until just combined.
  6. Add olive oil or melted butter and mix gently.
  7. Pour batter into pan and bake 40–45 minutes until just set.
  8. Cool slightly, drizzle with honey, and serve.

Notes

Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly.