Greek Christmas Honey Cakes | Melomakarona

Melomakarona | Μελομακάρονα
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So this is one of those Greek words that means you will probably end up with tongue injury: Melomakarona 

The word should not concern you however – just call them Christmas Honey Cakes or some such. The taste is a LOT more important.

Basically, unless there are melomakarona or kourabiedes (don’t ask) somewhere about the house, it’s probably not Christmas.

The recipe is by Katerina and I did a video of it – I know, it’s all Greek to you. I’ve translated the recipe below and added some comments that should help you out. Do try making them – they are absolutely divine and go down a treat with tea or some Greek/ Turkish coffee.

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