Delicious Homemade American Baklava Recipe

Indulge in the rich and sweet flavors of American Baklava with this easy-to-follow recipe. Layers of buttery phyllo dough filled with a mixture of nuts, cinnamon, and sugar, all held together with a sticky honey syrup. This traditional dessert is perfect for special occasions or for when you simply crave something sweet and satisfying. Enjoy the delicious combination of textures and flavors that make American Baklava a beloved treat among dessert lovers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound phyllo dough, thawed
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups mixed nuts (such as walnuts, almonds, and pistachios), finely chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mixed nuts, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well.
3. Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
4. Unroll the phyllo dough and place a sheet of dough into the baking dish. Brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process, layering the dough and butter until you have used half of the phyllo sheets.
5. Spread the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo dough in the baking dish, covering the entire surface.
6. Continue layering the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
7. Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. While the baklava is baking, prepare the honey syrup. In a saucepan, combine the water, honey, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
10. Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the honey syrup over the hot baklava. Allow it to cool completely and absorb the syrup before serving.
11. Once cooled, serve and enjoy the delicious homemade American Baklava!

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