RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE KALITSOUNIA FROM CYPRUS

Kalitsouni is a delicious traditional Cyprus pastry, made with a crunchy dough filled with a sweet mixture of cheese, sugar and spices. It is a popular dessert on the Mediterranean island and is often served at special celebrations.

Ingredients de Kalitsounia

500g filo dough

500g ricotta cheese

1 cup of sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Olive oil

Powdered sugar (optional, to decorate)

Preparation of Kalitsounia step by step

In a large bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, sugar, egg, cinnamon, lemon zest and vanilla essence until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

Cut the filo dough into squares of approximately 10x10 cm. Brush each square with a little olive oil.

Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each phyllo dough square.

Fold the phyllo dough in half, forming a triangle, and press the edges with your fingers to seal the filling.

Place the kalitsounia on a previously greased baking tray and bake at 180°C for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with icing sugar, if desired.

Serve the kalitsounia warm or at room temperature and enjoy this delicious Cypriot dessert.

I hope you enjoy preparing and tasting these delicious Kalitsounia from Cyprus!