Pistachio Rose Water Baklava Recipe

Baklava Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Phyllo Dough

   Thaw the phyllo dough according to package instructions. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Make the Filling

   In a bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

3. 3

   Layer the Phyllo

   Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough in the dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next.

4. 4

   Add the Filling

   Sprinkle half of the pistachio mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.

5. 5

   Continue Layering

   Layer another 5 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter, then add the remaining pistachio mixture.

6. 6

   Top with Phyllo

   Finish with another 10 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter. Cut the baklava into diamond shapes before baking.

7. 7

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   Make the Syrup

   While baklava is baking, combine water, sugar, lemon juice, and rose water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Soak the Baklava

   Once the baklava is out of the oven, immediately pour the syrup over it and allow it to soak for at least 4 hours before serving.