Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry Recipe

Craving authentic Greek Bougatsa but short on time? This 'Lazy Woman's' version is your shortcut to deliciousness! Skip the fussy custard-making and achieve a wonderfully creamy, semolina-infused pastry with minimal effort. Sweetened milk and eggs bake atop crispy filo sheets, transforming the bottom layer into a delightful, doughy custard. Finished with a generous dusting of cinnamon and powdered sugar, this easy Bougatsa recipe is perfect for a quick dessert or satisfying treat. Get ready to impress with this simple yet stunning Greek pastry!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 85 mins

Calories 324.7 kcal

Protein 12g

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Ingredients for Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry

Phyllo Pastry
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Condensed Milk
Hot Water
4 cups whole milk
Vanilla Extract
Lemon, Zest Of
Extra Large Eggs
Powdered sugar, for dusting
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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How to Make Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Layer half of the filo sheets in the prepared pan, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, and semolina until well combined.
Pour the milk mixture evenly over the filo layers in the pan.
Top with the remaining filo sheets, brushing each with melted butter.
Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Let cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Dust generously with powdered sugar and cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

58g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry?

Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry?

Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry has approximately 324.7 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry?

The key ingredients for Bougatsa Tis Tebelas Lazy Woman's Custard Pastry are Phyllo Pastry, Butter, Condensed Milk, Hot Water, Milk, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.