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Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)

A traditional Greek honey and cheese pie with a creamy custard-like texture and golden finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Filling
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese full-fat
  • 0.75 cup honey plus more for drizzling
  • 3 eggs large
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lemon zest from 1 lemon
  • 0.25 tsp salt
Topping
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Whisk ricotta until smooth, then mix in honey and sugar.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in remaining ingredients.
  4. Pour mixture into dish and bake until set and golden.
  5. Cool slightly, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain creamy texture.