Baklava Recipe

Baklava is a sweet and decadent dessert that originated in the Middle East and is now enjoyed worldwide. It is a layered pastry that is filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with honey or syrup. Follow this recipe for a delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Baklava Recipe

Baklava is a delicious treat that is perfect for special occasions, holidays, or just as a sweet indulgence. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dessert that's sure to impress.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine Middle Eastern

Servings 4 people

Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

• Baking Dish 9x13 Inch
• Pastry Brush
• Food Processor
• Saucepan Small

Ingredients

  

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For The Filling:

• 1 cup Walnuts
• 1 cup Almonds
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

For The Syrup:

• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/2 cup Honey
• 1 Cinnamon Stick

For The Baklava:

• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
• 12 sheet Phyllo Dough sheet
• 1/4 cup Pistachios Finely Chopped

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Instructions

 

For the filling:

• In a food processor, pulse the walnuts, almonds, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon until coarsely ground.
• Set aside.

For the syrup:

• In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, honey, and cinnamon stick.
• Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
• Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
• Remove the cinnamon stick and set the syrup aside.

For the baklava:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Brush the bottom and sides of a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
• Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the baking dish and brush it with melted butter.
• Repeat this process with 5 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
• Sprinkle half of the nut mixture evenly over the top of the phyllo dough.
• Repeat the layering process with the remaining phyllo dough and melted butter, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
• Sprinkle the remaining nut mixture over the top of the phyllo dough.
• Brush the top layer of phyllo dough with melted butter.
• Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond shapes.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the baklava is golden brown.
• Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately drizzle the syrup over the top.
• Sprinkle the finely chopped pistachios over the top of the baklava.
• Let the baklava cool to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Serve this dessert with a hot cup of tea or coffee for an extra special treat. Enjoy!

Note: The nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients and cooking methods used.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipeCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 85mgFiber: 3gSugar: 45g

Keyword almond milk, Baklava, cinnamon, honey, Phyllo pastry, pistachio, walnut

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