Chocolate Pistachio Baklava

The most delicious, easy and impressive unique dessert .

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a food processor ,blend the pistachios and the cinnamon until the pistachios are finely grounded. Pour the mixture in a bowl and add the chocolate chips .

Step 2

Add half a stick of melted butter and with a spatula mix . Set aside

Step 3

In a small saucepan melt and clarify the butter . Using a pastry brush , brush the butter on the bottom of the baking dish . Add a layer of phyllo dough and brush butter butter to cover . Add another layer of phyllo dough and repeat until 20 sheets are buttered

Step 4

Pour the pistachio mixture to cover the dough completely

Step 5

Continue to layer the rest of the phyllo dough brushing butter in between (about 20 sheets). Place the pan in the freezer for about 5 minutes for the butter to harden. With a sharp knife cut lines leaving two inches apart, turn the pan around and do the same to create diamond shaped pieces . Preheat the oven at 375 and bake the baklava for 45 mins .

Step 6

In a small sauce pan add the water and sugar . Allow a soft boil until it’s completely melted , for about 20 mins. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the baklava is finished baking, pour the simple syrup all over to cover while the baklava is still hot.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crushed pistachios to garnish and enjoy 🤍