Pumpkin Kolokithopita (Greek Phyllo Pastries)
Pumpkin Kolokithopita (Greek Phyllo Pastries) is a flavorful Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat the oven to 350°F.
Grease a baking sheet with butter.
Mix together pumpkin, honey, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
Cut phyllo dough into vertical strips about 2 inches wide, and cover the pile of phyllo strips with a clean, damp tea towel.
Lay one phyllo strip flat on a workspace in front of you.
Using a pastry brush, brush the surface of the phyllo dough with an even coat of melted butter.
Place a tablespoon of the pumpkin filling at the end of the phyllo strip.
Starting at the end with the pumpkin filling, fold the phyllo dough over as you would a flag until the phyllo is the shape of a triangle.
Place on baking sheet.
Repeat until all of the pumpkin filling is used up.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the tops of the triangles are golden brown.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.