Greek Thiples

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Delicious Greek Thiples recipe for your sweet tooth

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

20g

Fat

27g

Greek Thiples are a crispy, traditional fried dough dessert from Greece. They are an excellent treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. Thiples have a rectangular shape that looks like a wallet. They are usually served hot with honey and various toppings. These toppings may include cinnamon, sesame seeds, powdered sugar, walnuts or a combination of these flavors. This dessert recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in a short amount of time, making it a great option for when you crave something sweet or have guests coming over.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, beat the eggs and melt the butter together.
2.	Add salt and flour, stirring to combine until dough is smooth.
3.	Knead the dough until it's elastic and homogenous.
4.	Roll the dough into small circles and fold them into shapes that closely resembles a wallet.
5.	Fry the Thiples into Wesson Oil until they are golden brown.
6.	Drain the extra oil and set Thiples on a plate.
7.	Spread some honey on top and sprinkle with cinnamon and ground walnuts. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Greek Thiples are very crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.
They are easy to make and can be served hot with a variety of toppings making this dish unique.

CONS

Although Greek Thiples are delicious, they are fried and can be high in calories and fat.
It is important to consume these in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Greek Thiples are not generally regarded as a healthy dessert, however, walnuts offer a good source of omega-3 fatty acid, protein, and vitamins. Honey has antibacterial properties and is known to soothe sore throats. Cinnamon is used to manage blood sugar levels and has antifungal properties.

	6 eggs
	1/4 lb butter
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 1/2 cups flour
	honey
	cinnamon
	ground walnuts
	Wesson Oil ( for frying )