Baklava Triangle Recipe
Make Baklava Triangle Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Baklava
Method
Preparing the Filling
- 1
Chop the Nuts
In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are finely chopped. Be careful not to grind them into a paste.
- 2
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
Assembling the Baklava
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Prepare Phyllo Dough
Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out. Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan.
- 5
- 6
Add Filling
Sprinkle a portion of the walnut mixture over the layered phyllo. Fold the sides of the phyllo over the filling and roll it up tightly into a log shape.
- 7
Cut into Triangles
With a sharp knife, cut the rolled baklava into triangle shapes (about 1.5 inches wide). Repeat the layering and filling process until all ingredients are used.
Baking and Syrup
- 8
Bake the Baklava
Place the baklava triangles on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
- 10
Drizzle Syrup
Once the baklava is out of the oven, immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava, ensuring each piece is well soaked.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Let the baklava cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
