Turtle Baklava Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Phyllo Dough

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.

2. 2

   Make the Nut Filling

   In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

3. 3

   Assemble the Baklava

   Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough in the dish, brushing each layer with melted butter. Spread a layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Repeat the layering process until you use all the nut mixture, finishing with 8 layers of phyllo on top, brushed with butter.

4. 4

   Bake the Baklava

   Cut the assembled baklava into diamond shapes with a sharp knife. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.

5. 5

   Prepare the Syrup

   While the baklava is baking, combine honey and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until combined and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Finish the Baklava

   Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the warm honey-cream mixture over the hot baklava. Let it cool completely before serving.