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Baklava / Μπακλαβάς Recipe

Inspired by Fotia Greek Taverna
Time1h 30m
Serves12

Indulge in our sweet Baklava, a flaky pastry layered with nuts and honey, offering a delightful taste of tradition in every bite.

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Ingredients

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Baklava Ingredients

Method

Baklava Directions

1

Prepare the Nut Mixture

In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.

2

Prepare the Phyllo Dough

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan. Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Brush the sheet lightly with melted butter. Repeat this process, layering and buttering a total of 8 sheets.

3

Layer the Filling

Sprinkle a portion of the nut mixture over the layered phyllo. Continue layering with 4 more sheets of phyllo, buttering each layer. Repeat this process until all the nut mixture is used, finishing with a top layer of 8 buttered phyllo sheets.

4

Cut the Baklava

Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, until golden brown.

5

Make the Syrup

While the baklava bakes, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine water, honey, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

6

Soak the Baklava

Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Allow it to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.