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Christmas Loukoumades

Theodoros Eleftheriou
Suitable for vegetarians
December 2, 2025

Christmas Loukoumades

Prep Time
10
mins
Cook Time
12
mins
Serves
4

Ingredients

For the mixture:
•    200 g Charalambides Christis yoghurt
•    125 g water
•    200 g self-raising flour
•    A few drops of red food colouring
•    Oil for frying
For serving:
•    Melted white chocolate
•    Fresh berries
•    Icing sugar

Instructions

1.    In a large bowl, mix the yoghurt, water, and food colouring.
2.    Add the flour and whisk until fully combined.
3.    Transfer the mixture to a piping bag, cut the tip to the desired size, and using scissors, cut small pieces of dough directly into hot oil.
4.    Fry until lightly golden and crispy.
5.    Transfer onto absorbent paper.
6.    Arrange the loukoumades on a plate in the shape of a large Christmas tree, drizzle with the melted white chocolate, add the fruit, and sprinkle with icing sugar.
 

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