Bougatsa Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🥄 Servings: 8
🥑 Calories: 481.8 per serving
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this traditional Bougatsa recipe, a beloved dessert hailing from the heart of Greece. With its creamy filling wrapped in layers of crispy phyllo dough, every bite is a taste of Mediterranean heaven.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup large-curd cottage cheese
- 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 18 sheets phyllo dough
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions:
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Prepare the Filling:
- Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese at high speed until light and fluffy.
- Lower the speed and add the ricotta, cottage cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, and the nutmeg. Beat for 1 minute at high speed, then set aside.
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Prepare the Phyllo Dough:
- Lay the phyllo flat on a table and keep covered with a damp towel over waxed paper or plastic wrap.
- Stack 4 sheets to form a base of 15 x 18 inches, brushing the top of each sheet with melted butter as you stack them.
- Lay 2 sheets at right angles over the center, using the “base” as a diamond, not a square, and brush the center of each with butter.
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Assemble the Bougatsa:
- Divide the filling into 3 parts and spread one part over the phyllo to form a 7-inch square. Set the rest of the filling aside.
- Fold the top phyllo sheet over the cheese and brush with butter, then continue folding the phyllo over the cheese to make a square, brushing each time with butter.
- With a wide spatula, lift the bougatsa and invert onto a cookie sheet. Brush the top with butter and set aside.
- Repeat with the remaining phyllo and filling until all 3 square pies are folded.
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Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Bake the bougatsa in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the phyllo puffs up and turns a golden chestnut color.
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Serve:
- Cut the bougatsa into small squares and sprinkle with additional sugar.
- Serve piping hot and enjoy the rich flavors of this Greek delicacy!
Tips:
- Ensure the phyllo dough stays covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.
- Brushing each layer of phyllo with melted butter adds richness and helps achieve that golden crispiness.
- Serve the bougatsa fresh from the oven for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 481.8
- Fat: 33.7g
- Saturated Fat: 19.1g
- Cholesterol: 100.4mg
- Sodium: 652.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.4g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 17.5g
Keywords:
Cheese, Greek, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Asian, European, Potluck, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Recipe Review:
This Bougatsa recipe is a true delight for cheese lovers! The creamy filling wrapped in layers of crispy phyllo dough creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will transport you straight to the streets of Greece. With its simple preparation and decadent taste, it’s perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. Give it a try and share the love of this traditional Greek dessert with your friends and family! 🇬🇷🧀🥐
