Greek Melomakarona ranked second in TasteAtlas best cookies list

The gastronomic guide TasteAtlas has released its updated ranking of the best cookies in the world, placing the Greek traditional sweet melomakarona in second place with a score of 4.3 out of 5.

Czech Vánoční cukroví secured the top position with a score of 4.4. Following the Greek cookies, Algeria’s Makroud el louse took third place, also with a score of 4.3. Other notable entries in the top rankings include Argentina’s alfajores and the Netherlands’ stroopwafel.

Melomakarona are described as traditional Greek Christmas treats made from semolina, honey, orange zest, cinnamon, and other spices, typically soaked in honey syrup and topped with crushed walnuts.