Baklava Recipe
Sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with honey.
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Ingredients
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Baklava Ingredients
Method
Baklava Preparation
Prepare the Nut Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare the Filo Pastry
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan. Carefully unroll the filo pastry and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
Layer the Baklava
Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of filo in the dish and brush with butter. Repeat this process for about 8 sheets. Sprinkle a layer of the nut mixture over the pastry. Continue layering buttered filo sheets followed by the nut mixture, until the nuts are used up. Finish with 8 layers of buttered filo on top.
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes, cutting through all layers.
Bake the Baklava
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the baklava is golden brown and crisp.
Soak the Baklava
Once the baklava is done baking, pour the hot syrup evenly over the baklava. Allow it to soak for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.