Galatobourekos (Custard Tarts)

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Golden, flaky filo triangles filled with rich vanilla custard, a classic Greek holiday treat.
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Galatobourekos (Custard Tarts)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 50 Calories: 12167.7

Description

Galatobourekos are beloved Greek pastries that combine the delicate crunch of buttery filo dough with a smooth, creamy vanilla custard filling. These small tarts are traditionally served during Easter and Christmas celebrations, offering a perfect balance of sweet richness and textural contrast. The custard, thickened with cornstarch and enriched with eggs and milk, provides a comforting, pudding-like center that contrasts beautifully with the shattering layers of the pastry. Ideal for festive gatherings or as an elegant dessert ending to a family meal, these tarts are dusted with powdered sugar just before serving to enhance their visual appeal and sweetness. While they require some patience to assemble, the result is a sophisticated yet homestyle treat that brings warmth and nostalgia to any table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
  2. In a saucepan, beat eggs and sugar thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Slowly whisk in the milk while continuing to beat the mixture.
  4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
  5. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water until smooth.
  6. Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the milk and egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  7. Continue cooking and stirring until the custard thickens and comes to a hard boil.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup butter and vanilla extract.
  9. Let the custard cool completely to room temperature before assembling tarts.
  10. Cut filo pastry sheets into thirds or into 9x5-inch strips.
  11. Place about 1 tablespoon of cooled custard at the bottom left corner of a filo strip.
  12. Fold the right bottom corner over the filling to form a triangle.
  13. Continue folding the strip back and forth, brushing each layer with melted butter, until you reach the end.
  14. Place the triangles cut-side down on a greased baking sheet.
  15. Brush the tops of the tarts generously with melted butter.
  16. Bake for 35 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  17. Dust with powdered sugar while still warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 50

Amount Per Serving
Calories 12167.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1214.1g1868%
Saturated Fat 746.4g3732%
Cholesterol 3245.1mg1082%
Sodium 10508.3mg438%
Total Carbohydrate 306.8g103%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
Sugars 80.2g
Protein 58.4g117%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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