Syrupy Orange Pie, or “Portokalopita,” is a beloved Greek dessert that beautifully blends the tangy flavor of oranges with the sweetness of syrup. Made with crispy phyllo dough, creamy yogurt, and a fragrant citrus filling, this recipe is both comforting and indulgent. It’s an ideal treat for any occasion, whether you’re serving it after a hearty meal or offering it as a snack with coffee or tea.
In this recipe, we take you step by step through creating the perfect Portokalopita. The combination of a moist, syrup-infused interior and the light crunch of baked phyllo dough makes this dessert absolutely irresistible. Get ready to wow your family and friends with this traditional Greek favorite!
Syrupy Orange Pie with Phyllo Dough
12
servings20
minutes45
minutes387
kcal1
hour5
minutesPortokalopita is a traditional Greek dessert made with crispy phyllo dough, yogurt, and a fragrant orange filling. Soaked in a sweet citrus syrup, it’s a moist and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Syrup
450 g 16 Sugar
300 g 10.5 Water
400 g 14 Orange Juice
1 tsp 1 Orange Zest
Juice of half Lemon
2 2 Cinnamon Sticks
- For the Orange Pie
450 g 16 oz Phyllo Dough sheets
5 5 Eggs
200 g 7 oz Yogurt
250 g 8.8 oz Margarine
Zest of 2 Oranges
20 g 0.7 oz Baking Powder
200 g 7 oz Sugar
1 pinch 1 pinch Salt
Recipe directions
- For the Syrup
- In a saucepan, add the orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, 1 teaspoon of orange zest, two cinnamon sticks, and water. Stir briefly.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 6 minutes. Then set the syrup aside to cool.
- For the Orange Pie
- Cut the phyllo dough sheets into large pieces and spread them on a baking tray. Bake at 110°C (230°F) until they develop a nice golden color.
- In a bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Add the zest from two oranges, yogurt, and mix again.
- Add the margarine (at room temperature) and stir until combined.
- Incorporate the baking powder and mix thoroughly.
- Carefully fold the baked phyllo pieces into the mixture, being gentle to keep them as intact as possible.
- Transfer the mixture to a 25×35 cm baking dish. Spread it evenly.
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) on a fan setting and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- To Assemble
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and pour the syrup evenly over the orange pie.
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Nutrition Facts
12 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories390
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
18g
23%
- Saturated Fat 6g 30%
- Cholesterol 90mg 29%
- Sodium 135mg 6%
- Total Carbohydrate
48g
17%
- Dietary Fiber <1g 3%
- Total Sugars 32g
- Protein 7g 14%
- Calcium 10mg 0%
- Iron 6mg 35%
- Potassium 115mg 2%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.