In my continuous love of Greek food, here’s another great recipe. My understanding this is also Finikia in Middle Eastern bakeries.

They never will last long in this household. 😘

Cookie Ingredients

• 1 cup olive oil
• juice of 1 Orange
• Zest of one orange
• 2 Tbs brandy
• 1 egg
• half cup sugar
• 3-4 cups self raising flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cloves

Cookie Directions

1. Mix oil, brandy, orange juice, orange zest and beaten egg together.
2. Add 3 cups sifted flour,sugar , ground cinnamon and cloves.Mix well until combined. Add remainder of flour if needed.
3. Roll into shapes and place on paper lined trays
4. Bake for 15-20 mins in a 180 °Celsius.

Syrup Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup honey
• Cloves and cinnamon stick.

Syrup Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and reduce temperature to simmer for 7 minutes uncovered.
2. Dip biscuits into hot syrup turning over once on each side ( not long as goes too soggy)
3. Place on tray and sprinkle with chopped walnuts