Galaktoboureko

[Ruth_]

Galaktoboureko is a luscious Greek dessert featuring a creamy semolina custard wrapped in flaky phyllo, soaked in a citrusy syrup—a treat that's truly irresistible.


Ingredients:


For the custard:

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup fine semolina
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp butter

For the phyllo:

• 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
• 1 cup melted butter

For the syrup:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 strip of lemon peel
• 1 cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. For the custard, heat milk and sugar in a saucepan until warm, then slowly whisk in semolina. Cook until thickened, then remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla, and beaten eggs.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a baking dish.
3. Layer half the phyllo sheets in the dish, brushing each with butter. Pour in the custard and layer the remaining phyllo on top, buttering each sheet.
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and crisp.
5. While it bakes, simmer syrup ingredients until slightly thickened, then let cool.
6. Pour the cooled syrup over the hot galaktoboureko, allow it to soak, and serve once fully cooled.

This heavenly dessert is perfect for special occasions or any time you crave something sweet and elegant!

 

[wookie]

Galaktoboureko sounds like heaven in dessert form! Creamy, flaky, and soaked in that citrusy syrup? Definitely a must-try treat.