In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, olive oil, honey, water, granulated sugar, and spices until well dissolved. Gradually stir in fine semolina, followed by the all-purpose flour mixed with baking powder. Knead the dough gently for about 2-3 minutes until a soft, oily texture forms, ensuring it’s not too dry.

In a saucepan, combine sugar, honey, water, a stick of cinnamon, dried cloves, and orange peel. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat without stirring, allowing it to boil for about 4 minutes. Once it reaches a syrupy consistency, remove it from heat and let it cool uncovered while you shape the cookies.

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into oval shapes, about 2 inches long, then place them on the baking tray. Use a fork to create decorative lines on top. Bake the cookies for 20-25 minutes, until they are golden but still soft to the touch.

Once the cookies are baked and slightly cooled, dip each warm cookie into the syrup for about 4-5 seconds, ensuring both sides are soaked. Gently flip the cookies to absorb the syrup fully. After soaking, place them on a cooling rack for a few moments to allow any excess syrup to drain off.

To finish off your Traditional Greek Honey Cookies, drizzle a bit of extra honey over each cookie and generously sprinkle with ground walnuts. Arrange your beautifully soaked cookies on a platter and serve them alongside coffee or tea.