Loukoumades (Greek Honey Donuts)
- Ingredients:8
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:550
Loukoumades (Greek Honey Donuts)
- Ingredients:8
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:550
These Greek-inspired fried donuts are tossed in a sweet honey syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon, walnuts and sesame seeds.
Ingredient
Prep
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury™ Southern Style Frozen Dough Biscuit, 2.2 oz (06252) | 3 lb 5.00 oz | 24 each |
Honey Syrup
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | 8 oz | 1 cup |
| Honey | 6 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Water | 4 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Lemon, juiced | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Walnuts, chopped | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Sesame seeds | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Cinnamon, ground | ---Value Not Available | 1 tsp |
Instructions
- Prep
Thaw biscuit pucks, covered, for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or overnight in refrigerator.
Cut each biscuit into quarters; set aside.
- Honey Syrup
Add sugar, honey, water, and lemon juice to saucepan; simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Assembly
Drop 8 pieces per serving into deep-fat fryer preheated to 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
Fry until golden brown and cooked through, turning as necessary; remove and drain on paper towel or rack.
Place in serving dish and drizzle with 2 Tbsp Honey Syrup.
Sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped walnuts, 1/4 tsp sesame seeds and a sprinkle of cinnamon; serve warm.
Recipe Tips
Swap in different nuts or seeds to create customizable garnishes that cater to your menu.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories550
- Total Fat20g
- Protein7g
- Total Carbohydrate85g
- Sugars35g
Servings: 12
Serving Size: 8 pieces
Amount Per Serving Calories : 550
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20g | 30% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 52% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | ½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1160mg | 48% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 6% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 35g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 7g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 2,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 3&½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat 4,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables 0c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 0tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice5&½
