Vegan Greek Bougatsa
Indulge in the delightful, flaky goodness of Vegan Greek Bougatsa—a dairy-free twist on a beloved Greek pastry! This recipe features layers of crisp, golden phyllo dough enveloping a luscious semolina custard, infused with almond milk, vanilla, and bright lemon zest for a refreshing citrus kick. Lightly brushed with olive oil for extra crispiness and dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar, each bite combines warm spice with creamy decadence. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this plant-based bougatsa is easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Vegan-friendly, Mediterranean-inspired, and effortlessly rich, this recipe is a must-try for phyllo pastry lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets phyllo dough (vegan)
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 0.75 cup semolina flour
- 3 cups almond milk
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium saucepan, combine the almond milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat over medium heat until warm.
Gradually whisk in the semolina flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon zest. Allow the custard to cool slightly.
Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush it with olive oil. Repeat this with 6 sheets, layering them evenly.
Spread the semolina custard evenly over the layered phyllo sheets, leaving a small border around the edge.
Layer and oil the remaining 6 sheets of phyllo, placing them on top of the custard layer.
Fold the edges of the phyllo inward to seal in the filling. Lightly brush the top with more olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.1 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1844 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.5 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1266 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 625 mg | 13% | |
*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.
