Tikvenik Bulgarian Sweet Pumpkin Pie
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of traditional Bulgarian cuisine with Tikvenik, a sweet pumpkin pie that beautifully combines simplicity and elegance. This delightful dessert features tender phyllo dough rolled around a luscious filling of grated pumpkin, finely chopped walnuts, aromatic cinnamon, and just the right touch of sugar. The rolls are brushed with melted butter, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, creating a crisp yet tender treat that’s both rustic and irresistible. Perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy holiday dessert, this authentic recipe is easy to prepare, with a prep time of just 30 minutes and a bake time of 50 minutes. Serve it warm with tea or coffee for a taste of Bulgaria’s rich culinary heritage. Keywords: Tikvenik recipe, Bulgarian pumpkin pie, traditional sweet dessert, phyllo dough pastries, fall dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Pumpkin (grated)
- 400 grams Phyllo dough sheets
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Walnuts (finely chopped)
- 120 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 20 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking tray with vegetable oil.
Peel and grate the pumpkin. Squeeze out any excess moisture if necessary.
In a large bowl, mix the grated pumpkin with granulated sugar, chopped walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean workspace. Lightly brush it with melted butter.
Place about 3-4 tablespoons of the pumpkin mixture evenly across one end of the phyllo sheet. Roll it up tightly into a log shape, starting from the pumpkin-filled side.
Place the rolled phyllo dough onto the greased baking tray. Repeat the process until all the filling and phyllo sheets are used, arranging the rolls snugly on the tray.
Once all the rolls are placed on the tray, brush the tops generously with the remaining melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
Allow the Tikvenik to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Slice into portions and enjoy this traditional Bulgarian treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 434 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
