The Best Banitsa (Bulgarian Breakfast Recipe) Recipe
Learn how to make the best Banitsa, a traditional Bulgarian breakfast pastry that combines layers of phyllo dough with a savory feta cheese and egg filling. This recipe will transport you to the heart of Bulgaria with its delicious flavors and flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 Banitsa 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Bulgarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Banitsa:
- 1/2 cup / 100g butter, melted
- 1/2 cup / 100g feta cheese, crumbled
- 5 eggs
- 7oz or 200g phyllo sheets
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix together the eggs and melted butter. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180C/350F.
- Prepare the Pan: Grease a smaller baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
- Layer the Banitsa: Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, spread the filling, and repeat layering until all ingredients are used.
- Top and Bake: Finish with a layer of phyllo on top, brush with butter, sprinkle with water, and bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve: Slice the Banitsa and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Banitsa, Bulgarian, Breakfast, Phyllo Dough, Feta Cheese, Traditional, Pastry
