Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern and Balkan dessert made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, filled with spiced nuts and drenched in honey syrup.
Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern and Balkan dessert made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, filled with spiced nuts and drenched in honey syrup.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix 1 cup of chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds or pistachios), 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 tsp of ground cinnamon.
Set aside.
Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush with more melted butter. Repeat with 5 more sheets, brushing each with butter.
Spread the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter.
Score the top layer of phyllo into diamond or square shapes.
Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the top is golden and crisp.
While the baklava bakes, heat 1 cup of honey in a saucepan until warm.
Remove the baklava from the oven and pour the warm honey over it.
Servings 12
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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