Viral Phyllo Crinkle Cake: 5-Star Dessert
A viral TikTok dessert featuring crispy phyllo dough baked into a crinkled cake, soaked in a sweet syrup for a decadent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package (16 ounces) frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into rough 2-inch pieces. Don’t worry about perfection; the crinkled look is part of the charm.
- Place the phyllo pieces into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, tossing them to distribute evenly.
- Pour the melted butter over the phyllo, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot syrup evenly over the phyllo in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped pistachios if desired.
Notes
- Ensure your phyllo dough is completely thawed before starting.
- The crinkled texture is key to this dessert’s appeal.
- The syrup can be adjusted to your sweetness preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
