This baklava recipe is a perfect treat for those with a sweet tooth. With a delightful combination of flavors and textures, it's sure to satisfy any dessert cravings. And best of all, it's easy to make, so you can enjoy it anytime!
Baklava is a sweet and nutty dessert that originated in the Middle East and is now enjoyed all over the world. Layers of flaky phyllo dough are filled with a mixture of finely chopped walnuts, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar, then drizzled with a sweet honey syrup. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a deliciously decadent baklava that's perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 pound phyllo dough
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 Servings
Prep Time:
0 Hrs 20 Mins
Cook Time:
0 Hrs 45 Mins
Total TIme:
0 Hrs 0 Mins
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with some of the melted butter.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves.
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Carefully lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the greased baking dish, and brush it with melted butter.
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Repeat the process with 7 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each one with melted butter.
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Sprinkle a generous amount of the walnut mixture evenly over the eighth layer of phyllo dough.
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Lay another sheet of phyllo dough over the walnut mixture, and brush it with melted butter.
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Repeat the process with 7 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each one with melted butter.
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Continue layering the walnut mixture and phyllo dough, using 8 sheets of phyllo dough for each layer, until you run out of ingredients.
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Cut the baklava into 12 equal pieces, and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
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While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the honey, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens.
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When the baklava is finished baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it, making sure to cover every piece.
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Let the baklava cool to room temperature before serving.
Tips for this recipe
To achieve a neat and clean presentation when cutting the baklava into individual servings, it is helpful to use a very sharp knife
