Banitsa · Serbia
Serbian Banitsa with Cheese
A traditional Serbian pastry made with layers of flaky dough and filled with a rich cheese mixture.
35 minutes6 servings

Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle.
- In a bowl, mix the grated cheese with a pinch of salt.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry.
- Roll the pastry tightly from one end to the other.
- Cut the rolled pastry into 1-inch slices.
- Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the top of each slice with the beaten egg and milk mixture.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Serve warm.