Pastilla with Bananas and Apples Recipe

Name: Pastilla with Bananas and Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound butter, for pastry, plus 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh lavender; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons runny honey; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon rosewater; 10 bananas, peeled; 8 apples, chopped; 1 cup blanched, peeled, and crushed almonds; Pastilla pastry or phyllo

Servings: persons

1
Melt the butter for the pastry.
2
In a separate pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with chopped lavender, honey, and cinnamon.
3
Add the rosewater.
4
Add whole bananas to melted butter and glaze.
5
After about 10 minutes add the apples.
6
Then add 1/2 the crushed almonds.
7
Brush pastry with melted butter.
8
Make a secure base (2 layers of pastry).
9
Fill the pastry case with 1/4 cup almonds first (so they soak up the excess juices from the fruit), then the bananas and apples and finally the remaining almonds.
10
Close the pastry case with more phyllo, press down, butter the edges to make it stick.
11
Place in a hot oven (400 degrees F) for 10 minutes.
12
Then turn the oven down to 225 degrees F for the final 5 minutes.

1374

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

102

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound butter, for pastry, plus 1 tablespoon butter, 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh lavender, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, 2 tablespoons runny honey, and more.

Yes, Pastilla with Bananas and Apples 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!

Pastilla with Bananas and Apples

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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