Baklava Recipe
Layers of filo pastry filled with nuts and honey
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Ingredients
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Pastry
Nut Filling
Honey Syrup
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Prepare the Nut Filling
In a food processor, combine the walnuts, pistachios, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Pulse until the nuts are finely chopped but not powdered. Set aside.
- 3
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Assembling the Baklava
- 4
- 5
- 6
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the assembled baklava into diamond or square shapes. Make sure to cut all the way through to the bottom.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Baklava
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
Making the Honey Syrup
- 8
Prepare the Honey Syrup
While the baklava is baking, combine water, granulated sugar, honey, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Finishing Touches
- 9
Add the Syrup
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled honey syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Allow it to absorb the syrup for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
