Baklava
Crisp layers of buttery phyllo dough filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with a fragrant syrup. This classic dessert is sticky, crunchy, and utterly irresistible.
- Total time
- 90 min
- Servings
- 24
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Thaw phyllo dough overnight in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature.
Step 2
Pulse nuts with 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon until finely chopped.
Step 3
Melt butter and brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with some of it.
Step 4
Layer 8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
Step 5
Sprinkle a thin layer of nut mixture over the phyllo.
Step 6
Repeat layering phyllo and nuts, ending with 8 sheets of phyllo on top.
Step 7
Cut into diamond shapes and bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until golden.
Step 8
Simmer water, remaining sugar, honey, and lemon juice for 10 minutes; pour over hot baklava.
Tools you’ll need
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Pastry brush
- Food processor
- Saucepan
- Knife
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