Baklava Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Pastry
Syrup
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Chop Walnuts
In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are finely chopped but not powdered.
- 2
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until evenly combined.
Preparation of Pastry
- 3
Melt Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Allow it to cool slightly.
- 4
Prepare Phyllo Dough
Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
Assembling Baklava
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
- 7
Add Filling
Spread half of the walnut filling over the phyllo layers. Continue layering with 4 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
- 8
Repeat Layers
Spread the remaining walnut filling and top with another 8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
- 9
Cut Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes, cutting all the way through to the bottom of the dish.
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Preparing Syrup
- 11
- 12
Add Vanilla
Once boiling, reduce heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Simmer for about 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.
Final Assembly
- 13
Pour Syrup
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot baklava.
- 14
Cool and Serve
Allow the baklava to cool completely in the pan before serving. Cut along the previously made cuts to serve.