Loukoumades – Greek Doughnuts Recipe – Greek Special
Today, we have a delightful indulgence – scrumptious dough puffs coated in fragrant syrup and adorned with finely chopped nuts.
These delectable treats are loukoumades, Greek doughnuts that boast a taste reminiscent of traditional doughnuts but are notably simpler to prepare. They are perfect companions for a cup of coffee or tea. I assure you, resisting the temptation to have just one or two will prove to be quite a challenge, as they are utterly irresistible.
- Prep Time20 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time35 min
Loukoumades – Greek Doughnuts Ingredients :
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) lukewarm water
- ½ cup lukewarm almond milk
- 1 sachet (7 g) dry instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon oil, plus more for frying
- ½ cup (120 ml) maple syrup
- 1 orange (¼ cup / 60 ml orange juice + zest)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Handful of finely chopped pistachios or walnuts
How To Make Loukoumades – Greek Doughnuts
For the Loukoumades: Combine all dry ingredients, including yeast. Add lukewarm water and almond milk, mixing thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, runny batter akin to pancake batter.
Cover the bowl with cling film and let it rest for 1-2 hours (less in warmer weather), until the dough triples in size and bubbles appear on the surface.
Heat a small pot with oil on the stove. Once hot, dip a teaspoon into the oil, scoop a teaspoon of dough, and gently drop it into the oil. Stir the dough between batches.
Fry about 4 loukoumades at a time. Since the dough is very airy, they tend to float; flip them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
When golden brown all over, remove loukoumades with a fork or slotted spoon and place them on several layers of paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Pour hot syrup over the loukoumades immediately and sprinkle with finely chopped pistachios and optional orange zest. Serve promptly.
For the syrup: Combine maple syrup, 60 ml of orange juice, and a cinnamon stick in a small saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the syrup slightly thickens.
Remove the cinnamon stick and pour the hot syrup over the hot loukoumades.
