How to make Warbat طريقة عمل وربات بالقشطة/ cream puff pastry / kolaj/ mtabak/ namoora/ shaabiyat

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Start by making the stuffing: In a pot, add 5 cups of milk, 7 tablespoons of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of orange blossom water. Heat on high while mixing until thickened.

Reduce heat to medium and mix for a few more minutes. Pour into a pan and refrigerate for 1 hour or until cooled.

Melt 8 ounces of vegetable Crisco and spread 2.5 tablespoons in an 18 by 13-inch baker's half sheet pan.

Layer 12 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with Crisco. Use 2.5 tablespoons for the first sheet and 2 tablespoons for the remaining sheets.

On the 12th layer, use the remaining Crisco on your hands to pat down the dough.

Cut the dough into 4x4 squares using a ruler.

Stuff each square with about 3 tablespoons of the cooled stuffing in the center.

Fold the edges of the dough over the stuffing gently, ensuring it remains fluffy and not pressed down too much.

Place the stuffed squares on the tray and brush the tops with Crisco.

Bake on the bottom rack at 350°F for 30 minutes.

While baking, prepare the syrup: In a pot, combine 3 cups of sugar, 2 cups of water, and 1 slice of lemon. Bring to a boil until thickened.

After boiling for about 10 minutes, add 2 capfuls of orange blossom water and mix.

Once the warbat is golden, remove from the oven and drizzle with syrup.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens