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Tik Tok Phyllo Crinkle Cake Recipe

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  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes plus overnight thawing
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Tik Tok Phyllo Crinkle Cake is a wonderfully textured dessert featuring delicate layers of flaky phyllo dough folded into airy accordions, baked to a golden crisp, and soaked with a luscious homemade custard and sweet lemon-infused syrup. This cake combines a crisp exterior with a rich, creamy interior, delivering a delightful balance of textures and flavors that make it a standout treat perfect for special occasions or an elegant everyday dessert.

Ingredients

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Phyllo Dough Layers

  • 16 oz phyllo dough
  • 1 cup butter, melted

Custard

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional, recommended)

Syrup

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Thaw Phyllo Dough: Thaw the phyllo dough completely by placing it in the refrigerator overnight to ensure it is pliable and ready for folding.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
  3. Fold Phyllo Dough: Working with two sheets of phyllo dough stacked, loosely gather and fold them into an accordion fold about 1 inch thick, holding them by the edges as you accordion-fold. Place each folded stack into the lined pan with the folds facing upwards, fluffing each to create an airy texture and ensuring the pan is loosely filled without dense packing.
  4. Initial Bake: Bake the phyllo dough alone for 10 minutes to start crisping the layers.
  5. Add Butter and Continue Baking: Remove the pan, drizzle the melted butter evenly over the phyllo folds, and return to the oven to bake for an additional 10 minutes for deeper golden crisping and buttery flavor absorption.
  6. Prepare the Custard: Whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) in a bowl or large measuring cup with a spout for easy pouring while the phyllo finishes baking.
  7. Add Custard and Bake: Remove the phyllo from the oven and pour the custard evenly over the top, then return the pan to the oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden and crispy and the custard is set.
  8. Make Syrup: As the cake bakes, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk and bring to a simmer, then continue simmering until the syrup thickens to a consistency similar to maple syrup, about 10 minutes.
  9. Finish with Syrup: When the cake finishes baking, remove it from the oven and while still warm, drizzle the warm syrup evenly over the top, allowing the flavors to soak in without making the cake soggy.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool to room temperature before cutting into portions and serving to enjoy the perfect balance of crispness and creamy custard.

Notes

  • Ensure phyllo dough is completely thawed and handled gently as it is very delicate and can tear easily.
  • Using a measuring container with a spout for the custard makes pouring over the phyllo much easier and more even.
  • The syrup consistency is key; too thin syrup will make the cake soggy, and too thick will make it overly sticky.
  • The optional almond extract adds a subtle nutty note that complements the vanilla flavor beautifully.
  • If desired, parchment paper lining helps with easy removal and clean-up but lightly greasing the pan can be used as an alternative.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes plus overnight thawing
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American with Middle Eastern influence

Keywords: Phyllo cake, Crinkle Cake, Custard dessert, Syrup soaked cake, Easy phyllo recipe, TikTok dessert

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