Crispy, golden phyllo sheets crinkled into waves, baked in butter, then soaked with a warm vanilla custard. The result? Crunchy on top, creamy in the middle, and melt-in-your-mouth good.
⭐ Why Everyone Loves Crinkle Cake
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- Minimal ingredients, maximum wow
- Crispy + creamy texture contrast
- Elegant look with almost no effort
- Perfect for tea time, holidays, or dessert tables
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake
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- 1 package phyllo dough (about 16 sheets), thawed
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Custard
- 2 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar
- Honey or simple syrup
- Crushed pistachios or almonds
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Crinkle the Phyllo
Take one phyllo sheet, gently scrunch it accordion-style, and place it into the dish.
Repeat with all sheets, filling the dish with beautiful waves. - Bake & Butter
Pour melted butter evenly over the crinkled phyllo.
Bake for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden. - Prepare Custard
Whisk milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and baking powder until smooth. - Soak the Cake
Remove dish from oven and slowly pour custard over the hot phyllo. - Final Bake
Return to oven and bake 30–35 minutes, until deeply golden and set. - Cool Slightly & Serve
Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Dust with powdered sugar
- Drizzle with honey or syrup
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream
💡 Pro Tips
- Don’t pack the phyllo too tight — air pockets make it crispy
- Whole milk gives the creamiest custard
- Want Middle Eastern vibes? Add orange blossom or rose water
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