Portokalopita - Greek Orange Pie Recipe

Name: Portokalopita - Greek Orange Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SYRUP; 2 cups sugar; 3 cups water; 1 tablespoon thyme honey (or other flavorful honey); 1 large orange, zest of, stripped; PIE; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 1/4 cups Greek yogurt; 4 eggs; 1 orange, zest of, finely grated; 10 sheets phyllo dough

Servings: persons

SYRUP
2 cups sugar
3 cups water
1 tablespoon thyme honey (or other flavorful honey)
1 large orange, zest of, stripped
PIE
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups Greek yogurt
4 eggs
1 orange, zest of, finely grated
10 sheets phyllo dough

1
In a saucepan over medium-high heat combine the water, sugar, honey and strips of orange zest. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15 minutes. Cover the saucepan and set aside to cool.
2
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F Lightly oil an 8x11 baking dish.
3
Unfold the phyllo dough and tear it into large pieces. Set aside, uncovered, while preparing the rest of the pie.
4
In a large bowl lightly whisk the eggs. Add the oil, sugar, vanilla, orange zest, yogurt and baking powder and whisk well.
5
Pour the mixture into the baking dish then add the torn pieces of phyllo, pushing some pieces down slightly to coat.
6
Bake the pie until set and golden on top, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and score lightly into pieces with a sharp knife. Pour the cooled syrup over the top. Let cool it completely before serving.
7
Serving suggestion: place a piece of portokalopita on a plate and sprinkle with diced candied walnut pieces.

890

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SYRUP, 2 cups sugar, 3 cups water, 1 tablespoon thyme honey (or other flavorful honey), and more.

Yes, Portokalopita - Greek Orange Pie 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.

Portokalopita - Greek Orange Pie

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