Baklava
Learn how to make the classic Baklava, a beloved dessert with layers of phyllo dough, nuts, and honey syrup. Impress your loved ones with this sweet treat!
Ingredients
Baklava Ingredients
- 16 oz Phyllo dough (thawed)
- 3/4 lb finely chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted, plus more as needed)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lemon slice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh-squeezed preferred)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 whole clove
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Semisweet or dark chocolate (for drizzling) (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix chopped nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Layer phyllo sheets in a baking dish, brushing each layer with melted butter.
- Sprinkle nut mixture over every few layers of phyllo.
- Finish with a final layer of phyllo on top, brushing generously with butter.
- Before baking, score the top of Baklava into diamond or square shapes.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes, until golden brown.
- While Baklava bakes, prepare the syrup by simmering water, sugar, lemon, cinnamon stick, and clove.
- Once cooked, pour the cooled syrup over Baklava. Let it cool for 4-6 hours before serving.
Notes
Baklava tastes best when allowed to sit for a few hours to absorb the syrup thoroughly.