Melomakarona are a traditional Greek citrus-spice cookie made moist and flavorful by lightly soaking in a honey syrup, then sprinkled in ground nuts. Known as Finikia in some regions of Greece, where they deep fry them. 2 tablespoons Metaxa (a Greek spirit), cognac, whiskey, or Ouzo (another Greek spirit), which will impart a slight anise flavor
Walnuts add texture and a welcomed nutty flavor that is essential in a good melomakarona recipe. You'll need a medium saucepan. Combine 1 ½ cup of water with 1 cup sugar, 1 zested orange (cut in half), and 1 cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil until the sugar dissovles (about 5 minutes or so over medium-high heat).
While this melomakarona recipe is how the cookies are traditionally made, there are some changes you could make to fit them to your tastes. For instance, you can use crushed almonds, pistachios or pecans can be substituted for the ground toasted walnuts.
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