RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE CYPRUS FLAOUNES

Flaounes are a delicious traditional Cyprus cake, which is prepared especially during the Easter period. These filled pastries are a perfect mix of salty and sweet flavors, with a unique texture that makes them irresistible.

Flaounes Ingredients

500g bread dough (you can buy it or make your own dough)

250g grated halloumi cheese

100g crumbled feta cheese

150g chopped ham

4 eggs

1 cup raisins soaked in warm water

1 cup sesame seeds

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon powdered mahlepi (spice)

Preparation of Flaounes step by step

1. In a large bowl, mix together the grated halloumi cheese, crumbled feta cheese, chopped ham, 3 eggs (reserve 1 egg for later), drained raisins, sesame seeds, baking powder, sugar and mahlepi powder.

2. Roll out the bread dough on a floured surface and cut dough circles of the size you want for the flaounes.

3. Place a tablespoon of the cheese and ham mixture in the center of each dough circle and then fold the dough over the filling to form a cupcake. Seal the edges well.

4. Place the flaounes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

6. Beat the remaining egg and brush the flaounes with beaten egg.

7. Bake the flaounes for about 30-40 minutes or until golden and crispy.

8. Enjoy your Flaounes hot or at room temperature!

Cyprus Flaounes are a true delicacy that combines tradition and flavor in every bite! Enjoy!