Phyllo Crumple With Orange & Vanilla “Cream

This elegant yet rustic dessert transforms simple phyllo dough into golden, crispy crumbles. The star is the vibrant orange-vanilla syrup, reduced to a glossy glaze that coats every shard. Served with fresh clementine segments and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The citrus brightness cuts through the buttery richness, making it a refreshing finish to any meal. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a special weekend treat, this dish brings a touch of Greek-inspired simplicity to your table.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Greek

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 450

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This elegant yet rustic dessert transforms simple phyllo dough into golden, crispy crumbles. The star is the vibrant orange-vanilla syrup, reduced to a glossy glaze that coats every shard. Served with fresh clementine segments and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The citrus brightness cuts through the buttery richness, making it a refreshing finish to any meal. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a special weekend treat, this dish brings a touch of Greek-inspired simplicity to your table.

Ingredients

3 cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
3 tablespoons Sugar
1 whole Vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
2 whole Bay leaves
1 pinch Salt
1 package Frozen phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 cup Melted butter (or vegan butter for dairy-free)
1/2 cup Sugar
4 whole Clementines, peeled and sectioned
1 pint Vanilla ice cream (vegan if needed)
6 sprigs Fresh mint

Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
2
In a small heavy saucepan, combine the orange juice, 3 tablespoons of sugar, vanilla bean (pod and seeds), bay leaves, and a tiny pinch of salt.
3
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and reduce until it reaches 1 1/2 cups, creating a thickened syrup. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4
Unwrap the thawed phyllo dough and unroll it on a clean work surface. Keep the remaining sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
5
Remove 3 sheets of phyllo dough and cut each sheet in half crosswise to create 6 rectangular pieces.
6
Lightly brush the phyllo pieces with melted butter and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar.
7
Crumple each buttered phyllo piece loosely into a ball or irregular shape and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8
Bake the phyllo crumbles in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even browning.
9
While the phyllo bakes, remove the vanilla bean pod and bay leaves from the cooled orange syrup.
10
To serve, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in each bowl. Top with the warm phyllo crumbles and drizzle generously with the orange-vanilla syrup.
11
Garnish with fresh clementine sections and a sprig of fresh mint before serving immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Cholesterol 70mg24%
Sodium 120mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 45g
Protein 6g12%

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

Note

For a vegan version, ensure you use vegan butter for brushing the phyllo and a dairy-free vanilla ice cream.

The phyllo dough dries out quickly. Keep the unused sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel while working.

If you don't have a vanilla bean, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of high-quality vanilla extract. Add it to the syrup after removing it from the heat.

The orange syrup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently before using.

Clementines can be substituted with mandarin oranges or even fresh orange segments if clementines are out of season.

For extra crunch, you can sprinkle a little extra sugar on the phyllo before baking.

Keywords: phyllo, orange, vanilla, dessert, crumble, clementine, greek, vegan, baking, citrus, pastry, sweet, ice cream, mint, holiday, treat, easy, glaze, shards, fresh

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/phyllo-crumple-with-orange-vanilla-cream/