Karaköy Güllacı

Karaköy Güllacı is a delightful Turkish dessert that features delicate sheets of dough soaked in fragrant rosewater and layered with a creamy high-protein filling. This unique version elevates the traditional recipe by incorporating Greek yogurt, making it both indulgent and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Güllacı dough (or rice paper) - 4 sheets
• Greek yogurt - 200 grams
• Milk - 200 ml
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Rosewater - 2 tablespoons
• Chopped pistachios - 30 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk together over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and rosewater until smooth.
3. In a shallow dish, pour the water and dip each sheet of Güllacı dough quickly to soften them, about 10 seconds each.
4. Layer two softened sheets of dough in a serving dish, then spread half of the yogurt mixture over them.
5. Repeat with the remaining two sheets of dough and the rest of the yogurt mixture, finishing with a layer of dough on top.
6. Cover the dessert and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Before serving, sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top for garnish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 60 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from Greek yogurt, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from pistachios, which are beneficial for heart health.

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