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Easy Baklava Recipe

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A delicious layered dessert made with phyllo dough, chopped nuts, and honey syrup, perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

  • Phyllo Dough (1 package, 16 ounces, thawed)
  • Butter (1 1/4 cups, melted)
  • Walnuts (8 ounces, finely chopped)
  • Pistachios (8 ounces, shelled and finely chopped)
  • Ground Cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
  • Granulated Sugar (1 cup)
  • Water (3/4 cup)
  • Honey (1/2 cup)
  • Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Fresh Orange Peel (1 piece, 2-inch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prep the phyllo by unrolling it and covering it with a damp towel.
  3. Butter your baking dish generously with melted butter.
  4. Layer one sheet of phyllo in the dish and brush with butter, repeating with 8-10 sheets.
  5. Prepare the nut mixture by combining walnuts, pistachios, cinnamon, and sugar.
  6. Spread half of the nut mixture over the phyllo layers.
  7. Continue layering with 5-7 more sheets of buttered phyllo and the remaining nut mixture.
  8. Finish with 6-8 more buttered sheets of phyllo on top.
  9. Slice the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
  10. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Prepare the syrup by simmering water, sugar, honey, lemon juice, and orange peel.
  12. Soak the baked baklava with hot syrup and let it sit for at least 4-5 hours or overnight.

Notes

Allow baklava to soak longer for better flavor absorption. Serve with fresh mint and a drizzle of honey for a gourmet touch.

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Keywords: baklava, dessert, phyllo dough, Middle Eastern, sweet treat, layered dessert, nuts, honey

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