Baklava Parfait Recipe

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Layer Phyllo Dough

Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent drying out. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process for about 8 sheets.

Add Filling

Combine chopped walnuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Spread a layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo dough in the baking dish.

Continue Layering

Continue layering phyllo dough (about 6 sheets), brushing each with butter, and then adding the nut mixture. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of phyllo (about 8 sheets).

Cut and Bake

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

Prepare Syrup

While the baklava is baking, combine water, sugar, vanilla extract, and a bit of honey in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 10 minutes, then set aside.

Add Syrup

Once the baklava is done baking, pour the syrup over the hot baklava. Allow to soak for at least 30 minutes.

Layer Ingredients

In a glass or parfait dish, layer the Greek yogurt, a drizzle of honey, and pieces of baklava. Repeat the layers until the glass is filled.

Add Toppings

Top the parfait with fresh fruit of your choice.