Jul 14 2026
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Baklava Recipe

Inspired by Paizi's Gyros Mediterranean Grill
Time1h 30m
Serves12

Layers of filo pastry filled with nuts and honey.

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Ingredients

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Pastry

Nut Filling

Honey Syrup

Method

Preparation of the Nut Filling

  1. 1

    Chop the Nuts

    In a food processor, combine the walnuts and pistachios. Pulse until coarsely chopped but not finely ground. Transfer to a bowl.

  2. 2

    Add Sugar and Cinnamon

    To the chopped nuts, add the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Mix well and set aside.

Preparing the Filo Pastry

  1. 3

    Melt the Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 4

    Prepare the Baking Dish

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with some melted butter.

  3. 5

    Layer the Filo Pastry

    Unroll the filo pastry sheets and cover them with a damp towel to prevent drying out. Place one sheet in the baking dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat this process, layering 8-10 sheets, brushing each layer with butter.

  4. 6

    Add Nut Filling

    Spread a thin layer of the nut mixture evenly over the buttered filo sheets.

  5. 7

    Continue Layering

    Add 3-4 more buttered filo sheets, then another layer of the nut mixture. Continue this process until all the nuts are used, finishing with a final layer of 8-10 buttered filo sheets on top.

Baking the Baklava

  1. 8

    Cut the Baklava

    Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes ensuring you cut through all layers.

  2. 9

    Bake the Baklava

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

Making the Honey Syrup

  1. 10

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, honey, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 11

    Simmer the Syrup

    Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Finishing Touches

  1. 12

    Pour Syrup Over Baklava

    Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the warm honey syrup over it, ensuring all pieces are covered.

  2. 13

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the baklava to cool completely before serving. Cut along the lines again and enjoy.

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