Greek Galaktoboureko (Γαλακτομπούρεκο)

Galaktoboureko is a traditional Greek dessert made with layers of crispy phyllo pastry and a creamy semolina custard, all soaked in a sweet syrup. It's a delicious and indulgent treat that's perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to a meal.

Vegetarian Dessert Greek Greek Dessert Phyllo Pastry Custard Sweet Syrup
Greek Galaktoboureko (Γαλακτομπούρεκο)

Ingredients

  • 1 package of phyllo pastry sheets
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 6 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup fine semolina
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
  3. Layer half of the phyllo sheets in the bottom of the dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  4. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to boil.
  5. Slowly whisk in the semolina, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
  6. Cook the custard, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Remove from heat.
  7. Pour the custard over the phyllo layers in the baking dish.
  8. Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, again brushing each sheet with melted butter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown.
  10. While the galaktoboureko is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the water, sugar, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  11. When the galaktoboureko is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot pastry.
  12. Allow the dessert to cool before cutting into serving pieces.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
18g
Protein
6g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Saucepan Whisk Pastry brush

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the galaktoboureko with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top and a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on the side.

Tips & tricks

For best results, allow the galaktoboureko to sit for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the syrup to fully soak into the pastry.

Cost

$15