Baklava Recipe
Make Baklava Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Pastry
Syrup
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a food processor, add the walnuts and pulse until they are coarsely chopped. In a medium bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- 2
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Baklava Assembly
- 3
Prepare the Phyllo Dough
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
- 4
- 5
Add the Filling
Sprinkle a portion of the walnut filling evenly over the layered phyllo. Repeat the process of layering 4 sheets of buttered phyllo, followed by more walnut filling until all the filling is used, finishing with a top layer of 8 sheets of buttered phyllo.
- 6
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes, cutting through all layers.
- 7
Bake
Bake the baklava in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
Syrup Preparation
- 8
Make the Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, honey, and vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 9
Pour the Syrup
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Allow it to absorb the syrup and cool completely.
