If you have ever visited Thessaloniki, you have surely indulged in trigona - fantastic flaky triangles with creamy filling and sweet syrup. This traditional Greek dessert can easily be prepared at home, and here is the recipe.

Recipe for trigona dessert

Ingredients:

For the flaky triangles:

  • 1 package of phyllo dough
  • Melted butter for brushing

For the syrup:

  • 400 ml water
  • 300 g sugar
  • Cinnamon and 1 vanilla sugar

For the filling:

  • 1 liter of milk
  • 4 eggs (separate yolks and whites)
  • 350 g sugar
  • 200 g flour
  • 2 vanilla sugars

Preparation:

First prepare the filling: Beat the egg yolks with sugar and flour, gradually add milk, mix and cook. Combine the cooled filling with beaten egg whites.

Shape and bake the triangles: Brush the dough with melted butter, shape the triangles and bake at 180°C for about 20 minutes.

Prepare the syrup: Boil water, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, then pour over the hot triangles.

Trigona desserts are ideal for any occasion, and if you want to experience the true Greek atmosphere, serve them with coffee to friends.

Where to try the best trigona dessert in Thessaloniki?

This dessert is synonymous with Thessaloniki, and the most famous one can be found at Trigona Elenidis shop, located in Panorama neighborhood, but also in the city center, below Navarino Square. We recommend starting with the smallest size, as the trigona dessert is very sweet. If you enjoy it, you can try larger portions.

If you are in Thessaloniki, do not forget to try the homemade mocha ice cream or profiterole from the same shop, and for recommendations on where to try other best desserts in Thessaloniki, check here: Where to try cakes and ice cream in Thessaloniki - best pastry shops.

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