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Ingredients
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Pastry
Filling
Syrup
For Assembling
Method
Pastry Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add water and mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 2
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- 3
Roll the Dough
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll out each portion as thinly as possible, using flour to prevent sticking.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, ground cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
Baklava Assembly
- 5
- 6
Add the Filling
Spread half of the nut filling evenly over the layered dough. Continue layering with 4 more sheets of dough, brushing each with butter.
- 7
Finish Layering
Spread the remaining nut filling over the dough. Layer again with the remaining sheets of dough, brushing each with butter, for a total of 12 layers on top.
- 8
Cut the Baklava
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes before baking.
- 9
Bake the Baklava
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Syrup Preparation
- 10
- 11
Add Syrup to Baklava
Once the baklava is baked, remove from the oven and immediately pour the syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Allow it to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.