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Medium 1 hr 40 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Greek Tyropita
Greek cheese pie with phyllo layers, feta-style cheese, eggs, yogurt, and butter baked until crisp.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 8~450 kcal🇬🇷 Greek🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 40 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep25 min
- Cooking40 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 8 Yufka or phyllo
For the filling
- 450 g White cheese
- 3 Eggs
- 0.7 cup(~140 ml) Yogurt
- 0.4 cup(~80 ml) Milk
- 0.4 tsp(~2 ml) Black pepper
- 0.2 tsp(~1 ml) Salt
For the layers
- 110 g Butter
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Instructions
- 1
Crumble the white cheese and mix it with the eggs, yogurt, milk, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
- 3
Grease the baking dish and lay the yufka layers on the base, brushing each with butter.
- 4
Spread the cheese filling, then close with the remaining yufka layers, again brushing each with butter.
- 5
Score the top of the pie with a sharp knife to mark portions.
- 6
Bake the tyropita at 180°C for 40 minutes, until golden on top.
40 min40:00 - 7
Rest for 10 minutes, then slice.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Do not drown the phyllo layers in filling; a little butter and the cheese mixture keep the layered texture clear.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Rest the tyropita for 10 minutes, then serve warm with tomato salad and olives.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~450
kcal calories
17
g protein
36
g carbs
26
g fat
Protein 15%Carbs 32%Fat 53%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Greek Tyropita make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Greek Tyropita take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 40 minutes; 65 minutes in total.Is Greek Tyropita difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Greek Tyropita have?
Approximately 450 kcal per serving. Protein: 17g, carbs: 36g, fat: 26g.Which allergens does Greek Tyropita contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Greek Tyropita belong to?
This recipe belongs to Greek cuisine.How many ingredients does Greek Tyropita need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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