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Greek Baklava
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of phyllo dough
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups of chopped mixed nuts (such as walnuts, pistachios, and almonds)
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups of chopped mixed nuts 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 1/4 of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with butter. Repeat this 3 more times, sprinkling the nut mixture and layering phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes, being careful not to cut all the way through to the bottom.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- While the baklava is baking, make the honey syrup. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 cinnamon stick. 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 top, allowing it to soak into the cut lines and around the edges of the baklava.
- Allow the baklava to cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
Greek Baklava is a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo dough, filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with honey or syrup. Its origins can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was a popular dessert among the wealthy. The recipe spread throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East, with each region adding its own twist. In Greece, it became a staple of festive occasions and family gatherings. Renowned Greek chefs like Argiro Barbarigou and Akis Petretzikis have put their own modern spin on this classic dessert. Today, the best Greek Baklava can be found in traditional pastry shops in Athens and Thessaloniki. The key to a perfect Baklava lies in the balance of crispy phyllo, flavorful nuts, and sweet syrup, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
75 min
24 pieces
180 per piece calories
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