Baklava Recipe

Time2h

Serves12

Layers of filo pastry filled with nuts and honey.

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Ingredients

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1
Chop the Nuts
In a food processor, combine the walnuts and pistachios. Pulse until finely chopped, but not powdered. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
2
Mix Ingredients
Add the sugar and cinnamon to the chopped nuts. Stir until evenly mixed.

3
Prepare the Filo Pastry
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Lay out the filo pastry sheets and cover them with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
4
Layer the Pastry
Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of filo in the dish, and brush it with butter. Repeat this process for about 8 sheets.
5
Add the Filling
Spread a portion of the nut mixture over the layered filo. Add 4 more layers of buttered filo on top, followed by more filling. Repeat until all filling is used, finishing with a top layer of about 8 buttered filo sheets.
6
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Make sure to cut through all layers.

7
Bake the Baklava
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
8
Prepare the Syrup
While the baklava is baking, combine water, honey, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
9
Soak the Baklava
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup evenly over it. Let it soak for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.