Galaktoboureko

Galaktoboureko

Greek · Recipe

Galaktoboureko is a traditional Greek dessert with a memorable texture, a sense of occasion and the sweet finish that makes the cuisine feel complete.

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About this dish

Greek cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1L milk
  • 100g semolina
  • 150g sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • Vanilla
  • Phyllo pastry
  • Butter
  • For syrup: sugar, water, lemon

Description

Galaktoboureko is more than a dessert: it is a route into Greek island and mainland cooking, shaped by olive oil, herbs, grains, yoghurt and the Aegean table. The dish is built around olive oil, lemon, herbs, feta, vegetables, lamb, fish and honey, giving it a flavour that feels both practical and deeply connected to its origin. It works especially well for sunny lunches, mezze-style meals and generous family cooking, and it gives readers a clear way to understand how ingredients, technique and food history meet on the plate. Galaktoboureko is a rich semolina custard wrapped in crisp phyllo and drenched in lemony syrup.

Instructions

  1. Make custard with milk, semolina, sugar, and eggs.
  2. Layer phyllo and custard in a pan, top with phyllo.
  3. Bake at 180°C for 45 minutes. Pour syrup over when hot.