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Melomakarona Spice Cookies
Melomakarona (also called Phoenikia or Finikia) are Greek spice cookies that are often soaked in a honey-based syrup. With tastes of cinnamon and cloves, they are a traditional Christmas and New Year's treat, but delicious at any time of year.
Honey Spice Cookies with Sesame Centers - Melomakarona me Sousami
"Melomakarona" are traditional holiday spice cookies made all over Greece. In this version from the island of Rhodes, the cookies have a center of sesame seeds, honey, and spices.
Spice Cookies with Nut & Sugar Topping - Melomakarona
This recipe for Melomakarona cookies differs from other recipes in that they are not soaked in syrup. The cookies are dusted with a topping of confectioner's sugar, and can be stored for longer periods of time.