One of the most traditional and beloved Cypriot fasting desserts is tahinopita – aromatic, fluffy and full of nutrients from tahini. This version of tahinopita is homemade, made with pure ingredients and a light touch of honey that elevates the taste.
Materials:
For the dough:
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1 sachet of dry yeast (8 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 250 ml lukewarm water
- 60 ml olive oil
For the filling:
- 200 g tahini
- 100 g honey or carob
- 50 g walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds (for sprinkling)
Execution:
1️⃣ Dough preparation:
- In a bowl, mix the flour, yeast, cinnamon, salt and sugar.
- Add the lukewarm water and olive oil and knead until an elastic dough forms.
- Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
2️⃣ Preparation of Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the tahini with the honey (or carob) and cinnamon.
3️⃣ Tachinopita formation:
- Roll out the dough into a thin sheet and spread the filling evenly.
- Sprinkle the nuts.
- Roll into a roll and then twist into a snail.
4️⃣ Baking:
- Place the tahinopita on a baking tray lined with non-stick paper.
- Brush lightly with a little water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown.
Serving:
Let the tahinopita cool down a bit and enjoy it with a Greek coffee or a glass of aromatic tea.
💡 Tip: For a more special taste, you can add some orange zest to the filling or drizzle the warm tahini pie with a little extra honey!
🛒 You will find all the ingredients at Olympic supermarket!
Happy Lent & Happy Resurrection! ✨
