Bulgarian Banitza Triangles

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Bulgarian Banitza Triangles

Bulgarian Banitza Triangles are a traditional pastry snack made with crispy filo pastry and a savory filling of white Bulgarian cheese, eggs, and a tangy yogurt mixture.

1,633kcal

8 Portions · 484 g

Protein
63 g
Carbohydrates
55 g
Fat
128 g
Fiber
2 g
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8

g
  • Sheets of Filo Pastry6
  • White Bulgarian Cheese200 grams
  • Eggs (large)3
  • Butter50 grams
  • Sunflower Oil2 tablespoons
  • Yogurt1 tablespoon
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt

Prepare the Filling

  1. 1

    In a bowl, crumble 200 grams White Bulgarian Cheese.

  2. 2

    Add 3 large Eggs and mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp Yogurt with ½ tsp Baking Soda and let it sit for 5 minutes.

    Timer5 min
  4. 4

    Stir the yogurt mixture into the cheese and egg blend.

  5. 5

    Season with Salt to taste.

Prepare the Filo Pastry

  1. 6

    Take 6 Sheets of Filo Pastry and cut each sheet in half, yielding 12 half-sheets.

Assemble the Triangles

  1. 7

    For each triangle, stack two half-sheets together.

  2. 8

    Brush the top sheet with a mixture of 50 grams Butter and 2 tbsps Sunflower Oil.

  3. 9

    Place a spoonful of the filling at one edge of the pastry.

  4. 10

    Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle, rolling until fully enclosed.

Air Fry the Banitza

  1. 11

    Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

  2. 12

    Place the filled triangles into the air fryer basket.

  3. 13

    Brush lightly with extra melted butter if desired.

  4. 14

    Air fry for 10–12 minutes until golden and crispy.

    Timer12 min

Serve

  1. 15

    Let the banitza cool slightly before serving.

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