加拉克托布雷科（希腊奶油馅饼）
甜点1小时30分钟12 份中等关于此食谱
加拉克托布雷科是希腊最受欢迎的甜点之一——一种金黄、酥脆的千层面包皮，内馅是厚实、丝滑的粗麦粉蛋奶糊，然后浸入香气扑鼻的柠檬橙子糖浆中。这款经典家庭食谱经过精心测试，确保蛋奶糊完美凝固、千层面包皮完全酥脆，以及标志性的光亮糖浆能渗透到每一层。黄油香的酥脆面包皮与内部奶油般的、温和甜味的蛋奶糊形成对比，绝对令人无法抗拒。最好在室温下享用，这样糖浆能完全被吸收。
步骤说明
- 1
In a large, heavy-bottomed Saucepan, whisk together the Milk, Semolina, and Sugar over ^[medium heat]. Stir constantly with a Wooden Spoon or Spatula, making sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent scorching. Cook until the mixture thickens noticeably and begins to bubble, about 10–12 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon and hold a line when you drag your finger through it.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Butter pieces and Vanilla Extract, stirring until the butter is fully melted and incorporated. Stir in the Lemon Zest. Let the custard cool for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
- 3
In a medium Mixing Bowl, whisk the Eggs well until smooth. While whisking constantly, slowly ladle about 1 cup of the warm (not hot) Semolina mixture into the eggs to temper them. This prevents scrambling. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the Saucepan and stir vigorously to fully combine. The custard is now ready. Cover the surface directly with Plastic Wrap to prevent a skin, and set aside.
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Preheat your Oven to ![350°F]. Brush a 9x13-inch Baking Dish generously with melted Butter. Unroll the Phyllo Dough and keep it covered with a slightly damp kitchen towel while you work to prevent it from drying out.
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Layer half the Phyllo Dough sheets (approximately 8–10 sheets) into the buttered Baking Dish, brushing each sheet generously with melted Butter before laying the next one. Let the edges of the phyllo hang over the sides of the dish — you'll fold them over the top later. Don't worry if sheets tear; just patch them together.
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Pour the custard evenly over the Phyllo Dough base and spread it gently with a Spatula into an even layer.
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Fold the overhanging Phyllo Dough edges up and over the custard. Then layer the remaining Phyllo Dough sheets over the top, again brushing each sheet generously with melted Butter. Tuck the edges of the top layers down into the sides of the pan. Brush the very top sheet thoroughly with butter.
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Using a sharp Knife, score only the top few layers of Phyllo Dough (not all the way through) into 12 portions — either squares or diamonds. This makes it easier to cut cleanly after baking and helps the syrup absorb. Lightly sprinkle the top with a few drops of Water (wet your fingertips and flick) to prevent the phyllo from curling.
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Bake in the preheated Oven for 40–45 minutes, until the top is deep golden brown and the pastry is crisp and set. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even color.
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While the pastry bakes, make the syrup. Combine the Sugar, Water, Lemon Peel, Orange Peel, and Cinnamon Stick (if using) in a medium Saucepan. Bring to a boil over ^[medium-high heat], stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once boiling, reduce heat to ^[medium] and simmer for 8–10 minutes until slightly thickened (it will thin again once cooled). Remove from heat, stir in the Lemon Juice and Honey (if using), and discard the citrus peels and cinnamon stick. Let the syrup cool to warm.
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As soon as the galaktoboureko comes out of the Oven, slowly and evenly ladle the warm syrup all over the hot pastry. Pour it gradually — about a third at a time — letting it absorb before adding more. The hot pastry absorbs syrup best when there's a temperature contrast (hot pastry, warm syrup). You will hear it sizzle and bubble — that's perfect.
- 12
Allow the galaktoboureko to rest uncovered at room temperature for at least 1 hour before cutting along the scored lines and serving. This resting time is essential — the custard firms up, the syrup fully absorbs, and the flavors meld beautifully. Serve at room temperature for the best texture and flavor.
