Tik Tok has once again provided us with a fantastic new delight. When I saw a video for this crinkled phyllo dough cake, I saved it right away because it looked not only tasty but also simple to make. To be more specific, it’s a custard pastry rather than a cake, with folded phyllo dough serving as the dish’s foundation. It’s popular in Eastern Europe and is getting global traction thanks to Tik Tok.

Once you try it, you’ll understand why.While this dessert appears to be complicated, it is actually quite simple to prepare. Begin by folding (or crinkling) the phyllo dough two sheets at a time. Don’t worry about getting all of the folds even; we’re trying for a messy accordion style fold here. Place the folded dough at one end of a lightly greased baking dish, then crumple it until the dish is full.

The folded dough will be baked for 10 minutes before being drizzled with melted butter and baked for another 10 minutes. Whisk up the basic custard filling and pour it over the butter dough. Bake for a further 30 minutes. A simple syrup is poured over the top of the baked cake, and it is ready to serve!

This Crinkle Cake is equally suited for dessert as it is for brunch. Sprinkle pistachios or chocolate chips on top, or serve with fresh fruit throughout the summer. Whatever way you serve it, this simple dessert is sure to be a hit. Give the recipe a try now, and we’re confident you’ll agree!