Melomakarona Named the World’s Best Cookie: Ancient Traditions, Modern Coffee Culture & Inclusive Baking.

The World’s Best Cookies, According to Taste Atlas: Why We’re Proud They’re in Our Catalogue!

A Greek festive classic rooted in ancient tradition, baked the Simple Bakes way, and made to pair beautifully with coffee. Melomakarona, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Baci di Dama are world-ranked and coffee-shop loved.

There are moments in baking when tradition meets universal love, and the world notices.

Melomakarona, honey-soaked, gently spiced and finished with walnuts. A Greek festive classic rooted in ancient tradition, baked the Simple Bakes way and made to pair beautifully with coffee.

According to Taste Atlas, (https://www.tasteatlas.com/best-rated-cookies-in-the-world), the definitive guide to global food culture, some of the most beloved cookies on the planet aren’t just favorites at home; they’re celebrated internationally too:

🍪 Melomakarona, ranked the best cookies in the world

🍪 Chocolate Chip Cookies, holding strong at 6th place

🍪 Baci di Dama, equally adored in 7th place

These accolades tell us something beautiful: no matter where you come from, the right combination of simple ingredients, skillful hands, and warm ritual can create something truly universal. At Simple Bakes, we’re honored to have all three in our catalogue, each crafted with care, intention, and flavor that makes customers smile.

Melomakarona: A Sweet With Ancient Roots. Why These Cookies Belong on Modern Coffee Shop Counters

Melomakarona. A Greek festive classic rooted in ancient tradition, baked the Simple Bakes way and made to pair beautifully with coffee.

Among these world-ranked cookies, Melomakarona holds pride of place, a humble Greek classic crowned Taste Atlas’s top cookie. But its story goes far deeper than a ranking. Rooted in ancient Mediterranean tradition, melomakarona brings together:

• Olive oil (once sacred in ancient rituals)

• Honey (a timeless symbol of abundance)

• Warm spices

• Citrus for brightness

  
  

Originally associated with winter festivals and Greek Christmas tables, melomakarona has long been more than a cookie; it’s a bearer of warmth, memory, and shared moments. This is exactly why our own version stays true to tradition: soft, gently spiced, lovingly soaked in fragrant honey syrup, and topped with crushed walnuts.

A treat that pairs beautifully with espresso, filter coffee, or a fragrant tea.

Chocolate Chip Cookies: A Global Favourite with Artisan Roots

Gluten-Free & Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies, golden, chewy and generously packed with chocolate.

Proof that inclusive baking can be just as indulgent, comforting, and made for great coffee moments. Despite the wide world of sweet baking, chocolate chip cookies still hold their own, ranking 6th on Taste Atlas’s global list.

The reasons are as simple as the cookie itself:

• Familiar, comforting flavor

• Perfect balance of sweet dough and melty chocolate

• Universal coffee counter appeal

  
  

At Simple Bakes, our chocolate chip cookies are:

• Golden and slightly crisp at the edges

• Soft and chewy inside

• Rich with chocolate…and always made to pair delightfully with a cappuccino, flat white, or latte.

  
  

Seeing them recognized alongside ancient classics feels like a sweet moment itself.

Baci di Dama: A Touch of Italian Elegance

Gluten-Free & Vegan Baci di Dama, nutty, chocolatey, and made to melt hearts.

Ranking 7th, Baci di Dama, the delicate “lady’s kisses,” brings elegance and nostalgia to the table. With:

• Toasted hazelnuts

• Buttery crumb

• Tender chocolate center

  
  

Baci di Dama fits beautifully in a café setting, offering that little moment of refined indulgence between sips. Like melomakarona and chocolate chip cookies, our take honors heritage, simple quality ingredients elevated by technique and care.

🆕 Expanding Our Inclusive Range: Making the World’s Best Cookies Gluten-Free & Vegan

We know that great flavors should be for everyone.

That’s why, building on tradition, we are now working to offer gluten-free and vegan versions of our melomakarona (and many other bakes too), developed thoughtfully so flavor and texture stay just as rich and satisfying. Because inclusive baking should never feel like compromise; it should feel like celebration.

Why These Cookies Belong in Your Coffee Shop

These world-ranked cookies do more than taste good on their own; they:

• Elevate the coffee experience

• Spark delight with every bite

• Appeal to broad customer tastes

• Pair well across espresso, milk drinks, and tea

• Offer both classic and inclusive options

  
  

From the first melt of chocolate to the linger of honey and walnut, these bakes belong beside coffee cups, conversation, and the kind of slow moments that make your counter feel like home.

🍰 Simple Bakes: Where Tradition Meets Today

At Simple Bakes, we honor what has come before, and we make it right for now. Our catalogue brings:

✨ Classic melomakarona

✨ Artisan chocolate chip cookies

✨ Elegant baci di dama

…and so much more.

All crafted with quality ingredients, café-ready formats, and the knowledge that a great bake isn’t just food; it’s part of your day, your service, and your story. Here’s to old traditions, new favorites, and a world that celebrates what’s delicious.

Pairing Ideas (Coffee & Tea)

• Melomakarona — Filter coffee or chai tea

• Chocolate Chip Cookies — Cappuccino or mocha

• Baci di Dama — Flat white or Earl Grey

  
  

Conclusion: The Universal Love for Cookies

Cookies have a unique way of bringing people together. They evoke memories, create connections, and enhance the experience of enjoying a warm beverage. The world’s best cookies, like Melomakarona, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Baci di Dama, are not just treats; they are a celebration of culture and tradition.

As we continue to innovate and expand our offerings, we remain committed to quality and inclusivity. Our gluten-free and vegan options ensure that everyone can enjoy these delightful bakes.

So, whether you’re indulging in a classic Melomakarona or savoring a rich Chocolate Chip Cookie, remember that each bite is a part of a larger story—a story of tradition, love, and the joy of sharing good food.