What are loukoumades – These are bite-sized desserts that are fried, soaked in syrup, and dusted with cinnamon or powdered sugar. Their origin could be Greek, but they’re popular all over the world. They’re a common treat during the holiday season.
Loukoumades – Greek honey donuts
Dough
Oil – In a saucepan or pot, heat the oil for deep frying over medium-low heat until it reaches 325F.Pro tip – I like to use my cast-iron pot as it retains heat well and I prefer to use my thermometer to ensure the oil is at the right temperature. Dry ingredients – Combine the flour with baking powder and salt. And set aside. Dough – In a bowl, combine the egg, yogurt, vanilla extract, sugar, and flour. Use a whisk to ensure no lumps.Pro tip – Make sure the oil is heating while preparing the donut batter so you don’t have to wait for the oil to come to the right temperature.
Balls – Using two spoons or a cookie scoop, drop little balls of batter into the hot oil. If you’re not using a thermometer, dip a spoon in the oil, if bubbles form around the spoon the oil is ready.Pro tip – Dipping the cookie scoop initially in oil will prevent the batter from sticking to the scoop. Fry – Deep fry until golden. Use a perforated spoon to take them out on a paper hand towel to absorb the excess oil.Pro tip – Depending on the size of the pot with oil, cook in small batches. Adding too many at a time will drop the temperature of the oil and make the donuts soggy.
Honey syrup
Syrup – In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, simmer the water, lemon juice, sugar, and honey until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and cool until warm.Pro tip – The syrup does not need to be very thick. It has a thin syrup consistency. Dip – Drop the warm donuts in the honey syrup for just 30 seconds and take them out.Pro tip – The donuts must not be soaking wet in the syrup. They must only absorb some of the syrup. Drizzle – Place the donuts on a serving platter and drizzle with more honey.
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