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Baklava

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Baklava is a rich, sweet pastry made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, spiced nuts, and a honey-lemon syrup. It’s a festive, indulgent dessert perfect for holidays and gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. In a bowl, mix chopped pecans, walnuts, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. Layer 2 sheets of phyllo dough in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter. Continue layering, sprinkling 2–3 tablespoons of the nut mixture between every 2 sheets, reserving 6 sheets for the top layer.
  4. Finish with 6 layers of buttered phyllo sheets on top and brush the final layer with remaining butter.
  5. Using a sharp knife, cut the unbaked baklava into diamond or square pieces.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
  7. While baking, heat the honey in a saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  8. Immediately after removing baklava from the oven, pour the warm honey mixture evenly over the entire dish.
  9. Allow baklava to cool completely so the syrup can soak into the layers.
  10. Serve once fully cooled and syrup is absorbed.

Notes

  • Swap pecans and walnuts for pistachios or hazelnuts for variation.
  • Add cardamom or ground cloves for extra spice.
  • Reduce the honey or combine it with simple syrup for a less sweet version.
  • Always thaw and bring phyllo dough to room temperature before using to prevent tearing.
  • Cut baklava before baking for even syrup absorption.

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