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Crinkle Cake

An indulgent Crinkle Cake that combines flaky phyllo dough with creamy vanilla custard, topped with a sweet syrup, creating a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 1 package Phyllo dough Handle with care to avoid drying out.
  • 2 cups Vanilla custard Can be made in advance.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar For the custard and syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Water To make sugar syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted and used to brush phyllo dough.
  • 2 large Eggs The binding agent for the custard.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor to the custard.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract. Cook over low heat until the mixture thickens.
  3. Lay the phyllo dough in a baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.
  4. Pour the custard over the phyllo layers.
Baking
  1. Bake in the oven for about 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. In the meantime, prepare the sugar syrup by boiling water and sugar together until dissolved.
  3. Once baked, drizzle the syrup over the cake and allow it to cool before serving.

Notes

Serve dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with chocolate sauce. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to three days. For variations, consider adding citrus zest or spices to the custard.