Baklava
Baklava is believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire and is a popular dessert in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Baklava
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a food processor, finely chop the walnuts and almonds.
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In a bowl, mix the chopped nuts, sugar, and cinnamon.
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Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
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Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
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Layer half of the phyllo dough sheets in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
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Spread the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
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Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
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Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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While the baklava is baking, make the syrup by combining honey, lemon juice, and water in a saucepan.
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Bring the syrup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it.
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Let the baklava cool and absorb the syrup for at least 1 hour.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 345kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
