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Easy Baklava

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Baklava is a classic Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dessert made with flaky phyllo dough, a rich nut filling, and a sweet honey syrup. It’s a crispy, indulgent treat that’s perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet end to a meal.

Ingredients

  1. 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
  2. 2 cups mixed nuts (pistachios, walnuts, or almonds), finely chopped
  3. 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  4. 2 cups granulated sugar
  5. 1 cup water
  6. 1/2 cup honey
  7. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  8. 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  9. 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Prepare the Nut Filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped nuts and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

  1. Prepare the Phyllo Dough: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, brush with butter, and repeat with 8-10 layers.
  2. Add the Nut Filling: Sprinkle a layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo dough. Add another 6-8 layers of buttered phyllo dough on top of the nuts.
  3. Continue Layering: Add another layer of nuts, then repeat with 6-8 more layers of buttered phyllo dough. Continue this process until all the nuts are used, finishing with a final layer of phyllo dough.
  4. Cut the Baklava: Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into squares or diamonds through all the layers of dough.
  5. Bake the Baklava: Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven.
  6. Make the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice. Boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Pour the Syrup: Immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot baklava, ensuring it covers all the layers. Allow to cool completely and absorb the syrup.
  8. Serve: Cut along the pre-cut lines and serve. Enjoy with Turkish coffee or tea.

Notes

  1. Baklava improves in flavor when left to sit for a few hours or overnight.
  2. You can use store-bought phyllo dough for convenience.
  3. For a twist, add cocoa powder to the nut filling or drizzle melted chocolate on top.

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