Kolokotes (Cypriot Pumpkin Pies) Recipe

Name: Kolokotes (Cypriot Pumpkin Pies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE FILLING:; 3 cups Pumpkin, Chopped Into Small Pieces; 1 cup Raisins; 1/2 cups Coarse Bulgur Wheat; 1/3 cups Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 1-1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; FOR THE DOUGH:; 3 cups Bread Flour; 1 cup All-purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 cups Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Vinegar; 1 cup Warm Water

Servings: persons

FOR THE FILLING:
3 cups Pumpkin, Chopped Into Small Pieces
1 cup Raisins
1/2 cups Coarse Bulgur Wheat
1/3 cups Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1-1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
FOR THE DOUGH:
3 cups Bread Flour
1 cup All-purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cups Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Vinegar
1 cup Warm Water

1
Prepare filling the night before. Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Cover and place in refrigerator overnight, or for at least 3 hours so that the bulgur can absorb the liquid.
2
Prepare the dough by combining flours and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer. Add oil and mix on low speed with the hook attachment. Add vinegar and warm water and mix until dough forms. Add more flour or warm water if needed until dough forms a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit for 1 hour.
3
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F
4
Separate dough into 3 or 4 pieces so that it is easier to work with. Roll out dough into a circle on a lightly floured surface. (If the dough is hard to roll out and seems to be pulling back in, let rest for another 15 minutes.) Cut out 4- to 5-inch circles.
5
Place 2 heaping tablespoons of filling in the center of each circle. Fold one side over to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges tightly together and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue until all of the dough and filling is used up.
6
Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Allow to cool and enjoy.

953

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE FILLING:, 3 cups Pumpkin, Chopped Into Small Pieces, 1 cup Raisins, 1/2 cups Coarse Bulgur Wheat, and more.

Yes, Kolokotes (Cypriot Pumpkin Pies) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kolokotes (Cypriot Pumpkin Pies)

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