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Almond Baklava
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 package of phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups of almonds, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup of white sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of white sugar
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups of finely chopped almonds, 1/2 cup of white sugar, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Place a sheet of phyllo dough into the prepared baking dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat with 7 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
- Sprinkle 1/3 of the almond mixture over the phyllo. Place another phyllo sheet on top and brush with butter. Repeat this 2 more times, for a total of 4 layers of phyllo and 3 layers of almonds.
- Continue layering phyllo and brushing with butter until you have used half of the phyllo sheets.
- Sprinkle the remaining almond mixture over the phyllo. Place a sheet of phyllo on top and brush with butter. Repeat this 3 more times, for a total of 4 layers of phyllo and 3 layers of almonds.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes all the way to the bottom of the dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the baklava is baking, make the syrup. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of white sugar, 1/2 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot baklava. Let cool completely before serving.
Almond baklava is a delectable Middle Eastern dessert with a rich history dating back to the Ottoman Empire. This sweet treat is made with layers of flaky phyllo pastry, filled with a luscious mixture of ground almonds, sugar, and fragrant spices like cinnamon and cloves. The baklava is then baked to golden perfection and drenched in a sweet syrup, creating a heavenly combination of crunchy, nutty, and syrupy flavors. In modern times, the best almond baklava can be found in the bustling streets of Istanbul, Turkey, where skilled pastry chefs meticulously craft this indulgent dessert. The key to a perfect almond baklava lies in achieving the ideal balance of crispy layers and moist, nutty filling, as well as ensuring the syrup is absorbed evenly throughout. For a unique twist, some chefs incorporate orange blossom or rose water into the syrup for a floral aroma, adding an extra layer of complexity to the dessert. Whether enjoyed in a traditional Turkish tea house or homemade in your kitchen, almond baklava is a timeless delight that continues to captivate dessert lovers worldwide.
75 min
24 pieces
180 per piece calories
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