White Chocolate Baklava Recipe

Baklava Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Phyllo Layers

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.

2. 2

   Assemble the Baklava

   In a medium bowl, combine chopped walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next. Sprinkle 1/3 of the walnut mixture over the phyllo. Repeat this process two more times, finishing with 8 layers of phyllo on top.

3. 3

   Cut the Baklava

   Before baking, use a sharp knife to cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.

4. 4

   Bake the Baklava

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.

5. 5

   Prepare the Syrup

   While the baklava is baking, combine water, sugar, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the Syrup

   Once the baklava is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it. Allow it to soak and cool completely.

7. 7

   Melt the White Chocolate

   In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals until smooth. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cooled baklava.

8. 8

   Serve

   Let the white chocolate set before cutting along the pre-scored lines. Serve and enjoy!