Cypriot Tahini, Cinnamon, and Walnut Cookies in Lemon Syrup

Traditionally made in Cyprus before Easter during Lent—when all foods deriving from animals are prohibited—tahinopites are round, syrupy breads, coiled and stuffed with a tahini mixture, much like the vegan tsoureki with preserves (see Variation). As the coiled tahinopites bake, the thin layer of dough cracks and the stuffing oozes out, caramelizing; these crunchy, darkened, sugary tahini bits are the best bites. Why not have more of the