Diples are a classic Greek dessert that brings the flavors and traditions of the holidays to your table. Crispy and golden, these fried pastry ribbons are dipped in a fragrant honey syrup and often garnished with crushed walnuts. They are a festive treat that symbolizes celebration and hospitality, making them a staple at Christmas and special occasions.
This recipe for traditional Greek diples ensures perfect results every time. With their delicate texture and aromatic sweetness, these delightful pastries are sure to impress your guests and add a touch of Greek charm to your celebrations.
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Traditional Greek Honey Rolls (Diples)
30
pieces30
minutes10
minutes296
kcal40
minutesCrispy fried pastry ribbons dipped in aromatic honey syrup, Greek diples are a traditional holiday dessert that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
- For the Dough
700 g 24.7 oz Plain Flour
6 6 Eggs
50 g 1.8 oz Ouzo
50 g 1.8 oz Milk
50 g 1.8 oz Sugar
1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp Salt
Juice of half a Lemon
- For the Syrup
400 g 14 oz Water
400 g 14 oz Sugar
300 g 10.5 oz Honey
Juice of half a Lemon
1 1 Cinnamon Stick
- Extra Ingredients
Vegetable Oil (for frying)
Cinnamon Powder
Crushed Walnuts
How to make Greek Honey Rolls (diples)
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, milk, ouzo, lemon juice, and salt. Gradually add flour while mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest for 20 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into thin sheets about 2 mm thick. Trim the edges for straight lines and cut into large strips. Cover the strips with a towel to prevent drying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry one strip at a time, folding it into thirds with tongs as it fries. Cook until golden and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- For the Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, lemon juice, and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add honey, and stir well.
- To Assemble
- Dip the fried diples into the syrup, allowing them to absorb the liquid.
- Arrange on a platter and optionally sprinkle with crushed walnuts and cinnamon powder for garnish.
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Nutrition Facts
30 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories300
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
9g
11%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g 9%
- Cholesterol 50mg 17%
- Sodium 60mg 3%
- Total Carbohydrate
39g
14%
- Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
- Total Sugars 25g
- Protein 5g 10%
- Calcium 0mg 0%
- Iron 3mg 15%
- Potassium 50mg 0%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.