RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE ROUZAKIA FROM CYPRUS

Rouzakia is a delicious traditional Cypriot dessert that is usually prepared with a crunchy dough and a sweet filling of almonds and pistachios. Here we show you how to prepare this exquisite Cypriot delicacy.

Rouzakia Ingredients

2 cups chopped almonds

1 cup chopped pistachios

1/2 cup of sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

1/2 cup honey

1 package of filo dough

Olive oil

Powdered sugar (optional, to decorate)

Preparation of Rouzakia step by step

In a bowl, mix the almonds, pistachios, sugar and cinnamon. Booking.

Spread a sheet of filo dough on a flat surface and brush it with olive oil. Place another sheet of filo dough on top and repeat the process until you have 5 layers of filo dough.

Place a portion of the nut mixture on one end of the phyllo dough and roll into a cylinder. Repeat this step until you use up all the nut mixture.

Cut the cylinders into small pieces and place them on a previously greased baking tray.

Bake at 180°C for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Remove from the oven and while they are still hot, bathe the Rouzakia with the honey.

Let cool and decorate with a little icing sugar if you wish.

Enjoy this traditional Cypriot dessert and surprise your guests with its exquisite flavor!