While both melomakarona and finikia are beloved Greek cookies, they have distinct characteristics. Melomakarona are typically flavored with cinnamon and cloves, are soaked in a warm honey syrup, and topped with chopped walnuts. This results in a moist, richly flavored cookie. Finikia, although they may also be soaked in syrup depending on the region, generally do not include these spices and are toppped with shredded coconut or a dusting of powdered sugar, offering a different texture and flavor profile.