Baklava Recipe
Layers of filo pastry with nuts and honey.
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Ingredients
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Filo Pastry
Nut Filling
Honey Syrup
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Mix the Nut Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir until well mixed. Set aside.
Assembly
- 2
Prepare the Filo Pastry
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan. Take a 9x13 inch baking dish and brush it with some melted butter.
- 3
- 4
Add the Nut Filling
Spread half of the nut filling evenly over the layered filo pastry.
- 5
- 6
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the assembled baklava into diamond or square shapes, cutting through all the layers.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Baklava
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Honey Syrup
- 8
Prepare the Honey Syrup
While the baklava is baking, combine the water, granulated sugar, honey, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 9
Pour Syrup over Baklava
Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the honey syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Allow it to soak in and cool completely before serving.