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Traditional Greek Galaktoboureko (Greek Custard Pie with Syrup) Recipe

Traditional Greek Galaktoboureko (Greek Custard Pie with Syrup)

Bushra
A classic Greek dessert made with layers of phyllo pastry filled with semolina custard and topped with honey syrup.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine Greek
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 709 kcal

Equipment

  • Large baking tray (25x32cm)
  • Saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 450 g phyllo pastry (14 oz./ 12 sheets)

For the Custard

  • 160 g finely ground semolina (6 oz.)
  • 220 g sugar (7.5 oz.)

For the Syrup

  • 325 g water (11.4 ounces)

Instructions
 

  • To make this Galaktoboureko recipe, start by preparing the syrup. Into a small pan add the sugar, the water and lemon peel, cinammon stick and lemon and bring to the boil. Let it boil just until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the stove, add the honey and stir. Leave the syrup aside to cool completely.
  • Prepare the custard for the Galaktoboureko (steps 3-8).

Nutrition

Calories: 709kcalCarbohydrates: 90.7gProtein: 8.4gFat: 35.9gSaturated Fat: 21.5gCholesterol: 149.1mgSodium: 193.7mgFiber: 1.1gSugar: 65.7g
Keyword custard filling, Greek dessert, honey syrup, phyllo pastry, semolina pudding
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