If you’re looking for a spectacular Greek dessert that combines crunchy pastry and creamy ice cream, these Crispy Saragli Filled with Vanilla Ice Cream are impossible to resist. Golden, buttery saragli pastries are soaked in aromatic syrup and then filled with homemade vanilla ice cream, creating an unforgettable contrast of textures and temperatures.
Whether served at a summer gathering, a special celebration, or as an impressive weekend dessert, these ice cream-filled saragli are guaranteed to become a favorite.
Crispy Saragli Filled with Vanilla Ice Cream
12
servings30
minutes1
hour620
kcal1
hour30
minutesGolden crispy saragli pastries soaked in syrup and filled with homemade vanilla ice cream. A traditional Greek dessert with a refreshing summer twist.
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Ingredients
- For the Syrup
600 g 3 cup sugar
400 g 1 2/3 cup Water
1 tbsp 1 tbsp Glucose syrup (optional)
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- For the Saragli
1 package 1 package Beirut-style phyllo dough
250 g 9 oz Sheep’s milk Butter or unsalted Cow’s Butter, melted
- For the Vanilla Ice Cream
500 g 2 cup Heavy Cream
400 g 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can)
2 2 Vanilla Capsules
1 pinch 1 pinch Salt
Recipe directions
- Prepare the Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, glucose syrup, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, cook for 6 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Saragli
- Brush the phyllo sheets generously with melted butter.
- Roll them into saragli shapes using a thin rod or skewer.
- Arrange the saragli in a baking tray.
- Pour the remaining melted butter over them.
- Refrigerate the tray while the oven preheats.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 320°F (160°C) using conventional top and bottom heat for approximately 1 hour, until deeply golden.
- Immediately pour the syrup over the hot pastries.
- Allow them to cool completely.
- Prepare the Vanilla Ice Cream
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla and salt until fluffy whipped cream forms.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk.
- Fold gently using circular motions until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the freezer and freeze until firm.
- Assemble the Dessert
- Slice each saragli lengthwise through the center.
- Fill generously with vanilla ice cream.
- Serve immediately.
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What Is Saragli?
Saragli is one of Greece’s most beloved syrup-soaked pastries. Made from thin phyllo dough rolled into tight spirals, it bakes until deeply golden and crisp before being soaked in fragrant syrup.
Traditionally, saragli is filled with nuts, but this version takes a more modern approach by pairing it with creamy homemade vanilla ice cream.
Why Ice Cream and Saragli Are the Perfect Match
One of the most enjoyable aspects of this dessert is the contrast between hot-weather refreshment and traditional pastry.
The crisp, syrupy layers provide sweetness and texture, while the vanilla ice cream adds creaminess and balance.
The Secret to Crispy Saragli
The key to achieving perfectly crispy saragli is baking them slowly until they develop a deep golden color before adding the syrup.
The syrup should be added immediately after baking, allowing the pastry to absorb flavor while retaining its structure.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these saragli:
- As a summer dessert
- At family gatherings
- During holidays and celebrations
- Alongside Greek coffee
- As part of a dessert platter
For extra presentation, drizzle with additional syrup just before serving.
Tips for Perfect Ice Cream-Filled Saragli
Cool the Pastry Completely
The saragli should be fully cooled before filling to prevent the ice cream from melting too quickly.
Freeze the Ice Cream Well
A firm ice cream makes assembly easier and creates cleaner servings.
Use Quality Butter
Good butter enhances the flavor and helps create a richer, crispier pastry.
A Show-Stopping Greek Dessert
Combining crispy syrup-soaked phyllo with creamy homemade vanilla ice cream, these Saragli Filled with Ice Cream bring together two favorite desserts in one unforgettable treat. Perfectly balanced between crunchy and creamy, they are ideal for summer entertaining and special occasions.