Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling
Crispy layers of phyllo dough encasing a sweet date and pistachio filling, dusted with cinnamon and drizzled with honey for a Middle Eastern-inspired treat. This middle eastern-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers (sheeted, thawed) phyllo dough, (pitted and chopped) dates, (toasted and chopped) pistachios into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 250g (sheeted, thawed) phyllo dough
- 150g (pitted and chopped) dates
- 100g (toasted and chopped) pistachios
- 50ml honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 50g (melted) unsalted butter
- 50g (slivered) almonds
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush a 25cm square of phyllo with 10g melted butter, then layer 6 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter and overlapping edges slightly.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine chopped dates, pistachios, slivered almonds, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp salt. Spread the mixture evenly over the phyllo square. Fold the phyllo edges inward to create a sealed pouch, then cut into 8 triangles.
- Step 3: Place the phyllo triangles on the prepared baking sheet, brushing the tops with remaining melted butter. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and crisp. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp cinnamon before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon-Spiced Phyllo Puff with Date and Pistachio Filling?
Middle Eastern desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
