Baklava Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Pastry
Syrup
Method
Filling
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Pastry
- 2
Prepare the Phyllo Dough
Thaw the phyllo dough according to package instructions. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 3
- 4
- 5
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes before baking.
Syrup
- 6
Make the Syrup
In a saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 7
Bake and Add Syrup
Bake the baklava for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until golden brown. Once baked, immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava, ensuring it soaks into the layers.

