Classic Baklava

Name: Classic Baklava
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) phyllo pastry sheets 2 cups finely chopped walnuts 1 cup finely chopped pistachios 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; For the Syrup:; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup honey; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cinnamon stick

12 steps

Prep:30minCook:45min

Who can resist the irresistible taste of taditional Baklava. Layered with crisp phyllo pastry, sweetened nuts, and aromatic spices, this dessert is a true delight for your taste buds. Prepare to savor the rich flavors and flaky texture of this Mediterranean pastry. Serve it at special occasions or enjoy it as a delightful treat for yourself. Notes and Cooking Tips: Phyllo pastry is delicate, so handle it gently to prevent tearing. Keep it covered with a damp towel while working to prevent drying. For the best flavor, use fresh and high-quality nuts. A combination of walnuts and pistachios works well, but feel free to customize it to your preference. While pouring the syrup over the baklava, make sure both the syrup and the baklava are at room temperature to ensure absorption and prevent sogginess. Allow the baklava to cool completely before serving to achieve the perfect texture.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:05:13 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories293.8 kcal (15%)

Total Fat19.7 g (28%)

Carbs27.6 g (11%)

Sugars14.9 g (17%)

Protein4.5 g (9%)

Sodium93.1 mg (5%)

Fiber2 g (7%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

24 servings

1 packagephyllo pastry sheets

2 cupswalnuts

finely chopped

1 cuppistachios

1 cupunsalted butter

1 teaspoonground cinnamon

½ teaspoonground cloves

1 cupgranulated sugar

1 cupwater

½ cuphoney

1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice

1cinnamon stick

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped pistachios, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

Place one phyllo sheet in the greased baking dish, brushing it generously with melted butter. Repeat this process, layering 8-10 sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each layer with butter.

Step 4

Sprinkle a generous amount of the nut mixture (about 1/3 cup) evenly over the phyllo pastry layers.

Step 5

Repeat the layering process with 4-5 sheets of phyllo pastry and the nut mixture until you have used all of the nuts. Make sure to brush each phyllo sheet with melted butter.

Step 6

Finish by layering the remaining sheets of phyllo pastry, again brushing each sheet with butter. Brush the top layer generously with butter as well.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, carefully score the top layer of phyllo pastry into diamond or square shapes, being careful not to cut through the bottom layer.

Step 8

Place the baklava in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, honey, fresh lemon juice, and cinnamon stick. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the syrup slightly thickens. Remove the cinnamon stick and let the syrup cool.

Step 10

Once the baklava is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot baklava, allowing it to soak through the cuts.

Step 11

Allow the baklava to cool completely at room temperature. This will allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.

Step 12

Once cooled, cut along the scored lines and serve the baklava on a platter. Enjoy this sweet delicacy!