Traditional Bulgarian Banitsa
Discover the heartwarming flavors of **Traditional Bulgarian Banitsa**, a beloved Balkan pastry that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave comfort food with a crispy twist. Made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, this iconic dish is filled with a rich mixture of creamy feta cheese, eggs, tangy yogurt, and a hint of baking soda to create a perfectly fluffy texture. Each delicate phyllo layer is brushed with buttery goodness, while the savory cheese filling ensures every bite is irresistibly hearty and flavorful. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is easy to prepare and serves a crowd, making it ideal for family gatherings or celebratory feasts. Enjoy this authentic **Bulgarian breakfast pastry** warm or at room temperature, and let its delicious simplicity transport you straight to the Balkans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams phyllo dough
- 400 grams feta cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 200 milliliters yogurt
- 100 grams butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces using a fork.
Add the eggs to the cheese and mix well until combined.
Stir in the yogurt, then add the salt and baking soda. Mix until you have a smooth filling.
Grease a large baking dish with some of the melted butter.
Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying.
Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the prepared dish and brush lightly with melted butter.
Repeat layering until you have used about half of the phyllo sheets, brushing each sheet with butter.
Spread half of the egg and cheese mixture over the layered phyllo sheets in the dish.
Continue layering the remaining phyllo sheets on top of the filling, brushing each with butter.
Once all the phyllo sheets are layered, spread the remaining egg and cheese mixture evenly on top.
Fold any overhanging phyllo dough over the filling and brush the top with the remaining butter.
Using a sharp knife, cut the banitsa into squares or diamonds in the baking dish before baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
Allow the banitsa to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.3 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.1 g | 536% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1347 mg | 449% | |
| Sodium | 10809 mg | 470% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.5 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 129.4 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.6 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 2484 mg | 191% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1389 mg | 30% | |
*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.
