Discover the Magic of Golden Greek Honey Pie (Melopita)
A delightful crustless pie that combines the richness of ricotta with the floral sweetness of honey.
Ingredients
- 600 grams ricotta cheese
- 100 ml honey
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 60 ml honey for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 356°F (180°C) and grease an 8-inch springform pan.
- 2. Whisk ricotta, honey, eggs, corn starch, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
- 3. Pour mixture into the pan and bake for 45-50 minutes until browned and set.
- 4. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
- 5. Drizzle with honey and dust with cinnamon before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs for a smoother batter.
Strain ricotta if watery to achieve the best texture.