Indulge in the sweet layers of this Baklava recipe. This traditional Middle Eastern dessert is made with layers of phyllo dough, filled with nuts, and soaked in a honey syrup, making it a delightful treat.
- Cooking Time
4 hour 20 minutes - Difficulty
Medium - Cost
20$
Ingredients
For the Baklava:
- 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
- 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), finely chopped
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Syrup:
In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. - Assemble the Baklava:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Sprinkle a thin layer of chopped nuts and ground cinnamon.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of 10 sheets of phyllo dough. - Bake the Baklava:
Cut the assembled baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden and crisp. - Add the Syrup:
Immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. - Serve:
Serve the Baklava at room temperature.
Enjoy this Baklava, a sweet and rich pastry perfect for any dessert lover.
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