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Recipe of Bougatsa

Recipe of Bougatsa
Enjoy the taste of Greece with Bougatsa, a flaky pastry filled with creamy semolina custard, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Recipe Summary

Preparation 60 min
Servings 8
Difficulty Intermediate
Category Desserts

Ingredients

  • 1 package of phyllo pastry sheets
  • 1 cup semolina
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish

Join me and let's see how to make Bougatsa

Instructions:

    Step 1
  • In a saucepan, combine semolina, sugar, and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a custard. Remove from heat, add butter, and let it cool.
  • Step 2
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
  • Step 3
  • Beat the eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly add them to the semolina custard, mixing well.
  • Step 4
  • Layer half of the phyllo sheets in the baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.
  • Step 5
  • Pour the custard over the phyllo layers.
  • Step 6
  • Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each layer with butter.
  • Step 7
  • Score the top phyllo layers into squares or triangles.
  • Step 8
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Step 9
  • Remove from the oven, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with cinnamon.
  • Step 10
  • Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Bougatsa!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Bougatsa and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Bougatsa to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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