Indulge in the sweet and nutty flavors of this classic baklava recipe. Layers of flaky phyllo dough filled with a mixture of ground nuts and spices, all soaked in a honey syrup. This Mediterranean dessert is perfect for special occasions or to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Follow this easy recipe and create a delicious baklava that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 1/2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), finely ground
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the ground nuts, cinnamon, and cloves.
- Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
- Cut the phyllo dough to fit the size of the baking dish.
- Place a sheet of phyllo into the dish, brush with melted butter, and repeat the process with 6 more sheets.
- Spread a layer of the nut mixture on top of the phyllo.
- Repeat the layering process with phyllo and nuts until all the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of phyllo.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or rectangular shapes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, water, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes until the syrup thickens slightly.
- Once the baklava is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot baklava, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Allow the baklava to cool completely and soak in the syrup before serving.
