Honey Pistachio Baklava Recipe

Baklava Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Syrup

   In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, water, sugar, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

2. 2

   Prepare the Nut Filling

   In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios with ground cinnamon. Set aside.

3. 3

   Layer the Phyllo Dough

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the butter and brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with some melted butter. Lay down one sheet of phyllo dough and brush with butter. Repeat this process, layering about 8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.

4. 4

   Add the Nut Filling

   Sprinkle a thin layer of the pistachio mixture over the phyllo. Continue layering phyllo (about 4 sheets), brushing with butter between each layer, and then add more pistachio filling. Repeat this process until all the pistachios are used, finishing with about 8 layers of phyllo on top.

5. 5

   Cut and Bake

   Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes, or until golden and crisp.

6. 6

   Add Syrup

   Once baked, remove baklava from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Allow it to absorb the syrup for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.