Cinnamon Toast Pastitsio | Greek Comfort on Toast (One-Pan Greek Recipe by Diane Kochilas)

Greeks use cinnamon in savory dishes — and this recipe shows you why!

In this cozy one-pan twist on the classic Greek Pastitsio, buttery cinnamon toast meets creamy spiced beef and melted cheese.

It’s the ultimate comfort food, bringing together Greek warmth, Mediterranean flavor, and an easy weeknight vibe — no pasta-layer fuss, just soul-warming goodness.

✨ What you’ll love:One-pan prep — ready in under 30 minutesCreamy, aromatic meat sauce with cinnamon, allspice & oreganoCrunchy toast base inspired by Greek ferry-boat “vaporisia makaronia”Perfect for fall dinners or a quick cozy meal

💙 Find the full recipe and more Greek comfort classics here:👉 https://www.dianekochilas.com/pastitsio

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Love Greek food? If you crave the creamy, comforting flavors of classic Greek Bastitio, wait until you try my cinnamon toast bastitio bites. A quick and easy one pan recipe that’s pure comfort food magic. Start with cinnamon butter. Just beat softened butter with cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt. Set it aside while you make a rich Greekstyle meat sauce with onions, garlic, and ground beef seasoned with cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. A little bit of oregano, too, if you want. Add a swirl of heavy cream and cheese for that creamy bashamel style texture we love so much in Bastitio. Spread your cinnamon butter on thick slices of brios or country bread and bake until golden. Then spoon that creamy meat sauce right on top. Sprinkle a little more grated cheese over it and you’ve got the best fusion comfort food, cinnamon toast pastichio bites. Follow for more easy Greek inspired recipes and creative Mediterranean comfort food ideas.