_Galaktoboureko: Greece's Seminal Custard Pie_

 _Galaktoboureko: Greece's Seminal Custard Pie_

Greek's beautiful dessert, galaktoboureko, is an absolutely divine semolina custard pie, wrapped in flaky phyllo pastry and topped with sweet syrup. The time-honored dessert originated at the ancient age of Greece and has been added to the bakeries of Greece for centuries. Follow our step-by-step guide to make this iconic dessert at home.

Ingredients:

For the custard:

1 cup (200g) semolina flour

2 cups (400g) milk

1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

Ingredient List

- 1/4 cup (60g) melted unsalted butter

- 2 large eggs

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Phyllo Pastry

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- 1 package (12-14 sheets) phyllo dough

- 1/4 cup (60g) melted unsalted butter

Syrup

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- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

- 1 cup (240ml) water

- 1 tsp rose water (optional)

Equipment

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- Large mixing bowl

- Whisk

- Rubber spatula

- 9x13-inch baking dish

- Phyllo brush

Step-by-Step Instructions

Custard

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Mix semolina flour, milk, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract and cinnamon.

3. Whisk till smooth

4. Keep on heat on medium on a low flame and stir the mixture constantly till it thickens

_Phylllo Pastry:_

 

1. Thaw the phyllo dough as per the instruction on the package

2. Grease the sheets of phyllo with melted butter

_Assembly:_

 

1. Grease the baking dish with butter and begin layering the sheets of phyllo.

2. Take the custard and spread it over the layers of phyllo

3. Fold the phyllo over the custard and grease with butter

_Bake:_

 

1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown in color

_Syrup:

1. Place the sugar, water, and rose water (if using) into a pan.

2. Bring it to a boil over medium heat.

3. Reduce the heat then simmer for 5 minutes.

Glaze:

 Brush warm syrup over baked Galaktoboureko

Tips and Variations:

Use only high-quality phyllo dough.

You can use all-purpose flour in place of semolina flour.

Add a splash of lemon zest.

History and Fun Facts:

Galaktoboureko is an ancient Greek dessert.

This traditional dessert is served at Greek weddings.

The name of this dessert, "Galaktoboureko," literally means "milk pie."

Conclusion:

With these effortless steps, you will be making authentic Greek Galaktoboureko in no time. This seminal custard pie is guaranteed to impress your family and friends.

_Profile Variations:_

 Mini Galaktoboureko Use smaller baking dishes.

 Gluten-Free Galaktoboureko Use gluten-free phyllo dough.

 Vegan Galaktoboureko Substitute eggs with flaxseed.

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