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Walnut Baklava
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound phyllo dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the finely chopped walnuts, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
- Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
- Place a sheet of phyllo dough into the baking dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat with 7 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
- Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of the walnut mixture over the phyllo in the baking dish.
- Layer 8 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with butter, and sprinkling with the walnut mixture. Repeat this process until all the walnut mixture is used, reserving about 8 sheets of phyllo for the top.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the baklava is baking, make the honey syrup. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of honey, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. 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 it cool completely before serving.
Baklava with walnuts is a delectable Middle Eastern dessert with a rich history. Originating in the Ottoman Empire, this sweet treat has been enjoyed for centuries. Layers of flaky phyllo dough, butter, and crushed walnuts are drenched in a sweet syrup, creating a heavenly combination of textures and flavors. Renowned chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi have put their own modern twist on this classic dessert, incorporating unique ingredients and techniques. Today, the best versions of baklava with walnuts can be found in Istanbul, Turkey, where it is a staple in local bakeries and restaurants. The key to perfecting this dish lies in achieving the ideal balance of crispy layers and moist, nutty filling. Whether enjoyed as a traditional dessert or a contemporary reinterpretation, baklava with walnuts is a true delight for the senses.
75 min
24 pieces
180 per piece calories
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