DISCOVER DESSERTS WITH FILO PASTRY
Filo pastry is a fascinating ingredient in the world of baking. It is known for its versatility and ability to transform any dessert into a crunchy and delicious masterpiece. Originally from the Middle East and the Mediterranean, this thin and delicate dough is ideal for preparing numerous dessert recipes around the world. We tell you some of the richest and best known.
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Desserts with sweet filo pastry
Baklava
It is one of the most iconic filo pastry desserts. This delicacy is made with thin layers of filo pastry filled with a mixture of crushed nuts, such as almonds, pistachios or walnuts, and drizzled with melted butter. Once baked, it is bathed in a honey and lemon mixture that impregnates each layer with its sweetness. The result is a crunchy dessert, ideal for any celebration.
Galaktoboureko
Originally from Greece, galaktoboureko is one of the desserts with filo pastry combined with a soft pastry cream of semolina, milk and eggs. After baking, sugar flavored with cinnamon and lemon is poured over it. This dessert is a perfect combination of crunchy and creamy textures.
Apple strudel
Apple strudel made with filo pastry is a classic filling of apples, cinnamon, sugar and raisins, which is wrapped in thin layers of filo pastry. It is then baked until golden and crispy. To fully enjoy this dessert, it should be served hot and optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutella and banana triangles
Another dessert option with sweet filo pastry are these triangles. To do this, spread Nutella on a sheet of filo pastry, place a slice of banana and fold it into a triangle. After baking, you get a sweet, crunchy, flavor-packed bite, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Bougatsa
Bougatsa is a Greek specialty that can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory versions. The sweet version is prepared by filling the filo pastry with a soft pastry cream, sprinkling sugar and cinnamon on top after baking. This dessert, often served hot, is perfect as a breakfast or light dessert.
Almond and honey cigarettes
These small desserts with filo pastry are made by filling strips of filo pastry with a mixture of ground almonds, sugar and a touch of orange blossom water. To make the shape, they are rolled into cigarette shapes and baked until golden and crispy. Once baked, they are dipped in hot honey for a sweet, shiny finish. Perfect to serve with coffee or tea after dinner.
