Assorted Baklava Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Syrup

   In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the orange zest, then set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Prepare the Filling

   In a bowl, mix chopped walnuts, pistachios, almonds, cinnamon, and a tablespoon of sugar for the filling.

3. 3

   Layer the Phyllo Dough

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with melted butter. Spread a layer of the nut mixture on top.

4. 4

   Continue Layering

   Add 4 more layers of phyllo, brushing each with butter, then add another layer of nuts. Repeat until you have 4 layers of nut filling and finish with 8 layers of phyllo on top.

5. 5

   Cut and Bake

   Cut the baklava into diamond shapes. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. 6

   Add the Syrup

   Remove baklava from the oven and immediately pour cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Let it soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.

7. 7

   Prepare Choclava

   For Dark Choclava, melt dark chocolate and drizzle over cut pieces. For White Choclava, melt white chocolate and drizzle over another set of pieces.

8. 8

   Serve

   Serve assorted baklava pieces including Bird's Nest, Mini Rose shapes, and variations with dark and white chocolate.