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The Best Banitsa Recipe (Bulgarian Breakfast)

The Best Banitsa Recipe for a Cozy Bulgarian Breakfast

Discover the Best Banitsa Recipe, a classic Bulgarian breakfast made with phyllo dough, eggs, and tangy cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Bulgarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for best results.
  • 200 grams Bulgarian Cheese Crumble feta or ricotta as a substitute.
For the Dough
  • 500 grams Phyllo Dough Thawed and kept covered.
  • 100 grams Butter Can substitute with olive oil.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs and melted butter, whisking until fully blended. Fold in the crumbled Bulgarian cheese.
  3. Grease your baking pan with butter or oil, or line it with parchment paper.
  4. Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth. Layer the dough and filling, alternating until all the filling is used.
  5. Top with a final layer of phyllo, cut slits on the top for steam to escape, and dot with butter.
  6. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth while working. Explore variations by adding herbs or sautéed greens to the filling.

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