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Crunchy Custard Filled Sweet Pastry(Warbat)

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Warbat

Cultural Context

Warbat, a beloved dessert in Syria, combines the delicate layers of phyllo dough with sweet, nutty fillings, often enjoyed during festive occasions. This treat reflects the rich culinary heritage of the Middle East, where pastries are often infused with floral syrups and spices. Today, Warbat has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in Middle Eastern bakeries worldwide.

SyrianSYdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
10 Sheets Phyllo Dough
3 Cups Milk
6 Tbsp Corn Starch
1 Tsp Rose Water or Orange Blossom
1 Can Puck Cream (6oz) or Sweet Condensed Cream
2 Cups Sugar
1 Cup Water
Half Lemon Squeezed
1/2 Tsp Rose water or Orange Blossom water
1/2 Cup Melted Butter (unsalted preferred)
1/2 Cup Chopped Pistachios

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water provides a similar floral note.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruits

Seeds are often less expensive and nut-free.

1

Prepare the custard filling by combining milk, corn starch, rose water or orange blossom, and cream in a bowl. Set aside to cool.

2

Prepare the syrup by boiling sugar, water, and lemon juice until thickened. Add rose water or orange blossom water and set aside to cool.

3

Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with melted butter.

4

Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the phyllo layers.

5

Roll the phyllo tightly into a log shape and place in a greased baking dish.

6

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

7

Once baked, pour the cold syrup over the hot pastries.

Cooking Techniques

layeringrollingbakingboiling

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking dishsaucepanbrush

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nutsgluten

Also Known As

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