Description
These Pumpkin Ricotta Phyllo Triangles are a delightful fall-inspired appetizer or snack, combining creamy pumpkin and ricotta cheese with warm spices, all wrapped in crisp, flaky phyllo dough. Perfectly golden and crispy, they offer a comforting blend of sweet and savory flavors that are easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 cup pumpkin puree, room temperature
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese, room temperature
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Phyllo Dough Layer
- 8 phyllo dough sheets, thawed
- 4 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, fresh ricotta, beaten egg, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly for about 5 minutes until the filling is smooth and free of lumps.
- Prepare Phyllo Sheets and Fill: Lay one phyllo sheet flat and brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter. Layer another phyllo sheet on top and brush again. Cut the layered sheets into strips approximately 3 inches wide. Place a spoonful of the pumpkin-ricotta filling at one end of each strip and fold the dough over the filling into triangles, continuing to fold along the strip in a triangular pattern. Work quickly to prevent the phyllo from drying out.
- Brush and Arrange Triangles: Once all the triangles are formed, brush their surfaces with additional olive oil or melted butter to ensure a golden, crispy texture. Arrange the triangles evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet to allow proper airflow and even baking.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the phyllo triangles in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are crisp and beautifully golden brown. Keep a close eye during the last few minutes to avoid burning. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure the filling mixes smoothly with no lumps.
- Handle phyllo dough carefully and keep it covered while working to prevent it from drying out.
- Substitute melted butter for olive oil if a richer flavor is desired.
- These triangles can be made in advance and reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
- For a vegan version, substitute ricotta with a plant-based alternative and use olive oil in place of butter, omitting the egg or using a flax egg.
