Börek Tatlısı

Börek Tatlısı is a delightful Turkish dessert that combines flaky pastry with a sweet, nutty filling, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Its unique blend of textures and flavors offers a satisfying end to a meal or a delightful snack.

Börek Tatlısı
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Yufka (thin pastry sheets) - 4 sheets
  • Walnuts, finely chopped - 100 grams
  • Sugar - 50 grams
  • Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
  • Butter, melted - 50 grams
  • Honey - 30 grams
  • Water - 100 ml
  • Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
  • Powdered sugar for dusting - optional

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Lay one sheet of yufka on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process with the second sheet, layering them on top of each other.
  4. Spread a quarter of the walnut mixture evenly over the yufka sheets.
  5. Fold the yufka over the filling to create a log shape, then roll it tightly. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining yufka sheets and filling, making two more logs and placing them on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. While the börek is baking, prepare the syrup by combining water, honey, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  9. Once the börek is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the syrup over the hot pastry, allowing it to soak in.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes, then slice into pieces and dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in healthy fats from walnuts, which can support heart health.
  • Contains cinnamon, known for its anti-inflammatory properties and potential blood sugar regulation.

Tags

TurkishKosherDessert