Easy Greek Cheese Pie with Crispy Phyllo – No Eggs Needed

If you’re looking for a simple yet impressive dish, this easy Greek cheese pie is the perfect choice. Made with layers of buttery phyllo pastry, a rich cheese filling, and topped with sesame seeds, it’s baked until golden and crispy.

Unlike most cheese pies, this version is made without eggs, making it lighter while still creamy and flavorful thanks to the combination of feta, cream cheese, and mixed shredded cheese. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, this pie is guaranteed to be a hit at family dinners, holiday tables, or casual gatherings with friends.

Easy Greek Cheese Pie with Crispy Phyllo – No Eggs Needed

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Calories

390

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

30

minutes

Crispy Greek cheese pie with phyllo pastry, creamy feta filling, and no eggs. Easy to prepare, delicious, and perfect for family meals or entertaining.

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Ingredients

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• 200 g 200 Heavy Cream

• 200 g 200 Cream Cheese

• 400 g 400 Feta Cheese, crumbled

• 200 g 200 Mixed grated cheeses

• 250 g 250 Butter or Vegetable oil

• 1 package 1 Phyllo Pastry Sheets (450 g / 1 lb)

• Sesame Seeds, for topping

• A little Water, for sprinkling

How to make the Cheese Pie

• Prepare the filling
• In a bowl, combine the heavy cream and cream cheese. Mix lightly.
• Add the crumbled feta and black pepper. Stir gently until incorporated.
• Assemble the pie
• Cut the phyllo sheets in half.
• Grease a 25×35 cm (10×14 inch) baking dish with butter or oil.
• Layer half of the phyllo sheets into the pan, brushing each sheet with butter or oil.
• Spread the cheese filling evenly over the phyllo.
• Sprinkle the grated mixed cheese on top.
• Fold the edges of the bottom sheets over the filling.
• Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter or oil.
• Brush the top generously with butter and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up the butter.
• Bake the pie
• Score the pie into portions and brush lightly with butter along the cuts.
• Sprinkle the surface with water, then top with sesame seeds.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F), on the lower rack, for 60–70 minutes, until golden and crisp.

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🥧 Why You’ll Love This Egg-Free Cheese Pie

This no-egg Greek cheese pie is a lighter twist on the traditional tyropita, but it doesn’t compromise on flavor. The combination of creamy feta, cream cheese, and a touch of shredded cheese creates a rich filling that contrasts perfectly with the flaky, golden layers of phyllo pastry. The sesame seed topping adds a final crunch and nutty aroma, making each bite satisfying.

🧀 Tips for the Perfect Cheese Pie

• Butter or oil: Using butter gives a richer flavor, while vegetable oil makes the pie slightly lighter.
• Chilling step: Refrigerating before baking helps the butter solidify, resulting in an extra crispy crust.
• Serving: This pie is best enjoyed warm but can also be served at room temperature, making it perfect for gatherings.

🌿 Variations

You can easily adapt this recipe to your taste. Add a handful of spinach for a spanakopita-style twist, or swap some of the feta for ricotta for a milder filling. For extra flavor, sprinkle dried oregano or thyme between the phyllo layers.

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