Pasta Böreği

Pasta Böreği is a delightful Turkish pastry filled with creamy sweet cheese and topped with a golden, crispy layer. This dessert combines the rich flavors of cheese and sugar, making it a unique treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Filo pastry - 200 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 100 grams
• Feta cheese - 50 grams
• Powdered sugar - 50 grams
• Butter - 50 grams, melted
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Honey - 2 tablespoons (for drizzling)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, crumbled feta cheese, powdered sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Lay one sheet of filo pastry on a clean surface and brush it lightly with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and brush with butter again.
4. Spoon a portion of the cheese mixture along one edge of the pastry, then fold the sides over and roll it up tightly into a log shape.
5. Repeat the process with the remaining filo pastry and cheese mixture to make more rolls.
6. Place the rolled pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove from the oven, drizzle with honey, and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Contains protein from the cheese, which is important for muscle repair and growth.
• Filo pastry is lighter than traditional dough, making it a lower-calorie option.

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