Baklava Recipe

[benzie]

Hey fellow foodies!
I wanted to share my baklava recipe that’s been a hit every time I make it. It’s not too hard to pull off, though it does take a bit of love and patience. The result? A flaky, nutty, sweet slice of heaven. Let me know if you give it a try or have your own twists!

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Ingredients​

For the Baklava:

• 1 package of phyllo dough (16 oz, thawed)
• 2 cups of mixed nuts (I like walnuts, pistachios, and almonds—use what you love!)
• 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 tsp lemon juice

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Instructions​

1. Prep the nuts: Chop the nuts finely (or pulse in a food processor) and mix them with cinnamon in a bowl.
2. Layer the phyllo dough: Brush a baking dish with melted butter. Layer 10 sheets of phyllo, buttering each layer as you go. Add a thin layer of the nut mixture. Repeat the process (phyllo + nuts) until you’ve used all the nuts, ending with 10 more buttered phyllo sheets on top.
3. Cut before baking: Using a sharp knife, slice the baklava into diamonds or squares.
4. Bake: Pop it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 35-40 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
5. Make the syrup: While it bakes, simmer water, sugar, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice in a saucepan until slightly thickened (about 10 minutes).
6. Combine: As soon as the baklava comes out of the oven, pour the syrup evenly over it. (The sizzling sound is the best part!)
7. Cool and serve: Let it soak up the syrup for at least 4 hours (overnight is even better). Then enjoy the sticky, flaky goodness!

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Tips:

• If the phyllo dough tears, don’t stress—it all comes together beautifully in the end.
• For a flavor boost, toss in a pinch of ground cloves or cardamom with the nuts.
  

Can’t wait to hear your thoughts! Any fun twists you’ve tried?

 

[jannababe]

This Baklava recipe looks absolutely delightful! I love the layers of flaky pastry with the sweet, nutty filling. It seems like the perfect dessert to impress guests. I can’t wait to try making this and enjoy a taste of this delicious treat!

 

[Marich]

This baklava recipe sounds delish! Love that you’re adding a cinnamon kick, and I’m totally down to try that cloves or cardamom twist next time Thanks for sharing... can’t wait to dive in!