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Breakfast Veggie Crinkle Cake

Deliciously Flaky Breakfast Veggie Crinkle Cake Recipe

A delightful Breakfast Veggie Crinkle Cake, combining crispy phyllo, veggies, and creamy custard for a nutritious start to your day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 8 ounces phyllo pastry
  • ¼ cup olive oil for greasing and brushing
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables your choice
  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk for creamy base
  • 4 large egg yolks

For Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves grated garlic
  • cup chopped parsley
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a skillet with olive oil.
  • Layer half of the phyllo pastry in the greased skillet, brushing olive oil between layers.
  • Sauté mixed vegetables in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until tender. Let cool.
  • Whisk together milk, egg yolks, fennel seeds, paprika, garlic, and black pepper.
  • Fold sautéed vegetables into the egg mixture until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture over the phyllo layers, folding edges over for closure.
  • Layer remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing with olive oil, and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  • Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Serve with Greek yogurt or a refreshing salad for a balanced meal experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Breakfast Veggie Crinkle Cake, brunch recipe, healthy breakfast, meatless meals, phyllo pastry, vegetable cake
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