Sweet Eastern Ouzi
A sweet and flaky pastry filled with a creamy egg mixture, inspired by Middle Eastern flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 sheet Flaky Pastry DoughThawed and rolled out
- ●2 tsp Sweet Eastern Spice MixAvailable at most Middle Eastern markets
- ●4 Large EggsBeaten and mixed with sugar and spices
- ●1 cup Granulated SugarAdded to the egg mixture
- ●1/2 tsp Ground CardamomAdded to the egg mixture for extra flavor
- ●1/4 cup Unsalted ButterMelted and brushed on the pastry
- ●1/2 cup Confectioners' SugarDusted on top of the pastry before serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out the flaky pastry dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 3
In a large bowl, mix together the beaten eggs, granulated sugar, ground cardamom, and sweet eastern spice mix.
- 4
Brush the melted butter on the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- 5
Pour the egg mixture onto one half of the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- 6
Fold the other half of the pastry over the egg mixture and press the edges to seal.
- 7
Use a knife or pastry brush to create a decorative edge around the pastry.
- 8
Place the pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
- 9
Remove the pastry from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before dusting with confectioners' sugar.
- 10
Serve warm and enjoy!