โจ Introduction
This Baklava ๐ฅ๐ฐ is sweet, nutty, and drizzled with syrup. A classic dessert perfect for ftour, celebrations, or gifting ๐ฅ๐.
๐ง Ingredients
๐ฅง Pastry & Nut Layers
- 14 sheets phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1 cup melted butter ๐ง
- 2 cups chopped mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, pecans) ๐ฅ๐ฐ
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional) ๐ฟ
๐ฏ Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- ยฝ cup water
- 2 tbsp honey or orange blossom water ๐ฏ
- 1 tsp lemon juice ๐
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
- ๐ฅ Preheat oven to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF). Grease a baking dish.
- ๐ฅ Mix chopped nuts with cinnamon. Set aside.
- ๐ฅง Layer 7 phyllo sheets, brushing each with melted butter.
- ๐ฐ Sprinkle nut mixture evenly. Layer remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
- ๐ช Cut into diamonds or squares with a sharp knife.
- ๐ฅ Bake for 35โ40 minutes until golden and crisp.
- ๐ฏ While baking, simmer syrup ingredients for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- ๐ง Pour cooled syrup over hot baklava. Let absorb and cool completely.
๐ Methods
- ๐ซ Add chocolate chips between layers.
- ๐ Use orange zest in syrup for citrus twist.
- ๐ง Make mini baklava cups in muffin tins.
- ๐ฅฅ Sprinkle coconut flakes for texture.
๐ History
Baklava is a beloved dessert across the Middle East, Turkey ๐น๐ท, and North Africa ๐ฒ๐ฆ, known for its flaky layers and syrup-soaked richness.
๐ช Benefits
- ๐ฐ Healthy fats from nuts
- ๐ฏ Natural sweetness from honey
- ๐ฅง Energy from pastry layers
๐จ Formation
Serve in diamond shapes with glossy syrup and golden layers ๐ฝ๏ธ. Ideal for ftour, dessert trays, or festive tables ๐.
โ Conclusion
Baklava is flaky, nutty, and indulgentโa timeless treat that never fails ๐ฅ๐ฐ๐ฅ.
โค๏ธ Lovers
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Families
- ๐งโ๐ณ Pastry fans
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Celebration hosts
- ๐ Sweet tooths
- ๐ฟ Nut lovers