Cheese Phyllo Pie with Buttery Sauce
by Feli Chic'Cuisine
This Cheese Phyllo Pie is a delicious! The buttery sauce adds a smooth, indulgent texture, making each bite a perfect balance of savory and sweet. With a hint of vanilla and a touch of lemon, this pie offers a refreshing twist that will keep you coming back for more.
What makes this Cheese Phyllo Pie stand out is the special buttery sauce. It adds a creamy, smooth texture to the cheese filling and keeps it moist. This sauce gives the pie a rich, indulgent feel, making each bite so satisfying.
As you take a bite, you’ll experience the contrast of the crispy phyllo pastry and the creamy, sweet-savory cheese filling. The buttery sauce blends perfectly with the flavors, while a hint of vanilla and a touch of lemon bring a fresh twist. It’s a pie so delicious, you'll be tempted to go for another bite!
A Simply Recipe - Just layering, mixing, and baking
What I love most is how forgiving this recipe is - no fancy techniques are required! Just layering, mixing, and baking. The buttery sauce adds a touch of magic, keeping the pie moist and enhancing its richness. I also added a sprinkle of lemon zest and some raisins for extra flavor, and they really elevated the dish.
It’s become my go-to recipe for family gatherings or when I want a comforting treat. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is a winner that’s sure to impress!
How To Prepare Cheese Phyllo Pie with Buttery Sauce
1. Prepare the Cheese Filling
Combine Feta cheese (sweet cottage cheese and salt), sugar, vanilla extract, raisins or cranberries (optional), and lemon zest.
3. Assembling the Phyllo Pies
Place a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Spoon 1-2 generous tablespoons of the cheese filling along the center of the sheet. Fold the sheet lengthwise to create a neat package, and place it in the prepared tray. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling, arranging each folded package snugly in the tray.
2. Prepare the Butter Sauce
Melt the butter over low heat. Beat the eggs with the sugar, then mix in the melted butter, milk, and carbonated mineral water. Finally, stir in the vanilla sugar
Pour the prepared butter-milk sauce evenly over the pie, ensuring it seeps into all the cuts and layers.
3. Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until the phyllo pies turn golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
This Cheese Phyllo Pie is absolutely divine! The combination of crispy, golden layers of phyllo dough and the creamy, flavorful cheese filling is simply irresistible. The buttery sauce ties everything together, making the texture rich and decadent while keeping the filling moist and indulgent. It's a delightful treat that's easy to prepare and impressive enough to share.
Cheese Phyllo Pie with Buttery Sauce Recipe
The buttery sauce takes it to another level, adding richness without overpowering the dish. This recipe is both easy to follow and impressive to serve.
Serves: 8. Prep. Time: 20 min Cooking time: 35min
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Method
Preparing the Filling:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine Feta cheese (sweet cottage chee and salt), sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, raisins or cranberries (optional), and lemon zest. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Set aside.
Assembling the Phyllo Pies:
2. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
3. Place a single sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Spread 1-2 generous tablespoon of the cheese filling in the middle, along of the sheet. Fold it lengthwise, creating a neat package, and arrange it in the prepared tray. Continue this process with the remaining phyllo sheets until you've used up all the filling, ensuring each folded package fits snugly in the tray.
Making the Butter-Milk Sauce:
4. In a saucepan, melt the, butter over low heat. In a bowl, beat the eggs with sugar, mix into the melted butter, milk and carbonated mineral water. Stir in the vanilla sugar.
5. Pour the prepared butter-milk sauce evenly over the pie, ensuring it seeps into all the cuts and layers.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until the phyllo pies turn golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serving:
7. This pie can be served warm or at room temperature. The sauce adds an extra layer of richness and flavor to the already delicious combination of sweet cheese filling and flaky phyllo pastry.
Enjoy!
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