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Baklava Recipe

Author: Evelyn Petrie
Traditional baklava is a crispy, flaky dessert made with layers of phyllo dough and a nutty filling, wonderfully sweetened with syrup for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces Phyllo Dough Thawed
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 pound Pecans or Walnuts Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ cup Honey

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine finely chopped nuts and ground cinnamon.
  • Unroll the phyllo dough carefully and cover it with saran wrap followed by a damp dishcloth.
  • Melt the butter and brush the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking pan with it.
  • Lay two sheets of phyllo in the pan and brush with additional butter. Continue layering until you have 8 sheets.
  • Spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of the nut mixture over the phyllo layers, add two more sheets of phyllo, brush with butter, and repeat until only 8 sheets remain.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into pieces.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • While the baklava is baking, boil water and sugar until dissolved, then add vanilla and honey. Let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Pour the warm syrup over the baked baklava evenly and let it cool completely.

Notes

  • Keep phyllo workable by covering it with plastic wrap and a damp towel while working.
  • You can mix nuts or add spices for variation.
  • Allow baklava to cool to enhance its texture.

Nutrition

Serving: -1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Baklava
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