Baklava & Desserts Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Baklava Ingredients

Method

Baklava Preparation

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Thaw the phyllo dough according to package instructions. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Melt the Butter

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Make sure not to brown it.

3

Make the Nut Filling

In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

4

Assemble the Baklava

Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with some melted butter. Layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Spread a thin layer of the nut mixture. Repeat the layering process (phyllo and nut mixture) until all ingredients are used, finishing with 8 layers of phyllo dough on top.

5

Cut the Baklava

Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.

6

Bake

Bake the baklava in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.

7

Make the Syrup

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

8

Add Syrup to Baklava

Once the baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and pour the syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Let it cool before serving.