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Baklava Recipe

 

Ingredients:

 

For the Baklava:

 

  • 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Honey Syrup:

 

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • A few whole cloves (optional)

Instructions:

 

  1. Prepare the Nut Filling: In a bowl, combine the walnuts, pistachios, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

  2. Assemble the Baklava: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough in the dish, brushing each layer with melted butter. Spread a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Continue layering the phyllo and nuts until all the nuts are used, finishing with a final layer of 10 sheets of phyllo, each brushed with butter.

  3. Cut and Bake: Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

  4. Make the Syrup: While the baklava bakes, combine water, sugar, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and cloves in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  5. Add the Syrup: Pour the warm syrup over the hot baklava as soon as it comes out of the oven. Allow the baklava to absorb the syrup for several hours or overnight.

  6. Serve: Serve at room temperature, garnished with extra chopped nuts if desired.

For full recipe details, visit The Mediterranean Dish – Authentic Baklava Recipe.

Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that layers flaky phyllo dough with crushed nuts and soaks it all in a rich, sweet honey syrup. This baklava recipe combines buttery phyllo pastry with a mixture of walnuts and pistachios for a satisfying crunch and a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. The dessert is baked until golden and then drenched in a fragrant syrup made from honey, sugar, and lemon juice. With its crispy layers and sweet, nutty filling, baklava is an elegant dessert that’s ideal for celebrations or special gatherings, showcasing the authentic flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine.