Melopita - Crustless Greek Honey & Cheese Pie
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4.9
Melopita - Crustless Greek Honey & Cheese Pie
Description
Melopita - Crustless Greek Honey & Cheese Pie mixes fresh ricotta cheese with honey, eggs, corn starch, and vanilla extract to create a smooth batter that bakes into a custard-like pie without a crust. The batter is whisked until free of lumps, then poured into a greased springform pan and baked until the surface is browned and the center no longer wobbles, indicating it is set yet still moist inside.
The final drizzling of extra honey and dusting of ground cinnamon adds sweetness and a gentle spice that complements the creamy ricotta base without overpowering it. The pie has a tender texture and delicate flavors that balance floral honey notes with restrained vanilla and cheese richness. Melopita is often served as a dessert or a sweet breakfast option.
Using room temperature eggs and high-quality fresh ricotta helps achieve an even batter and smooth texture. Cooling the pie fully before serving ensures clean slices and lets flavors meld. Adding lemon zest is an optional addition that brightens the flavor.
Ingredients
- 600 grams ricotta cheese fresh
- 100 ml honey
- 3 egg
- 1 tablespoon corn starch (corn flour)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
To drizzle:
- 60 ml honey
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180 deg C and grease a 20cm (8 inch) springform baking pan.
- Whisk all the ingredients in a large bowl, until smooth and free of any lumps.
- Pour into baking pan and cook for 45-50 mins until the top has browned and the centre of the melopita no longer wobbles.
- Once cooked allow to cool in the pan for 5 mins. Remove and allow it to cool completely.
- Once cooled drizzle with an extra ¼ cup honey and dust with cinnamon.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure a smooth and even batter without lumps.
- Choose fresh, high-quality ricotta cheese for the best texture; if watery, strain it before use.
- Preheat your oven fully for accurate cooking temperature and consistent baking.
- Optionally add grated lemon zest to brighten the flavor of the melopita.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8serves
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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