Large Baklava Platter Recipe
Assorted Mediterranean pastries made with layers of fillo dough, nuts and syrup; baked to a golden brown and cut into bite size pieces. (20-25 Servings)
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Ingredients
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Fillo Dough Layering
Nut Filling
Syrup
Method
Preparation of Nut Filling
- 1
Make the Nut Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped walnuts, pistachios, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until evenly combined.
Fillo Dough Assembly
- 2
Prepare Fillo Dough
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Take the fillo dough out of the package and lay it flat on a clean, dry surface.
- 3
- 4
Add Nut Filling
Spread a generous portion of the nut mixture evenly over the layered fillo dough. Continue layering with more fillo sheets, brushing each with melted butter, for another 5-7 sheets.
Baking
- 5
Cut and Bake
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
Making the Syrup
- 6
Finishing Touches
- 7
Add Syrup to Baklava
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup evenly over the baklava. Allow it to cool completely before cutting into pieces.