Diples (Δίπλες)

• Prep time: 30 mins

• Cook time: 20 mins

• Total time: 50 mins

• Servings: 20 pieces

• Country of origin: Greece

• Description: Thin dough strips fried into delicate, airy, folded ribbons and drizzled with warm honey syrup and nuts.

• Presentation: Arranged high on a platter, drizzled with honey syrup and dusted with cinnamon and chopped walnuts.

• Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • 1 tbsp orange juice

  • 1 tbsp cognac or brandy

  • Vegetable oil for deep frying

  • 1 cup honey, 1/2 cup water, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (for syrup/topping)

• Step-by-step directions:

  • Whisk eggs, sugar, orange juice, and cognac; gradually knead in flour to form a smooth dough.

  • Rest dough covered for 30 minutes.

  • Roll dough into paper-thin sheets and cut into 3x8-inch rectangles.

  • Drop strips into hot oil (360°F/180°C) and quickly roll into cylinders using two forks as dough expands.

  • Fry until light golden; drain on paper towels.

  • Boil honey and water for 3 minutes; dip fried ribbons briefly in warm syrup.

  • Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and walnuts.

• Optional variations: Dust with cocoa powder along with cinnamon.

• Cooking tips: Dough must be rolled ultra-thin to create airy, crispy bubbles during frying.

• Nutrition facts:

  • Calories: 150 kcal

  • Fat: 5g

  • Carbohydrates: 23g

  • Protein: 3g