Baklava

Indulge in the sweet layers of baklava, a classic Middle Eastern dessert made with flaky phyllo dough, rich nuts, and honey syrup. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful end to any meal.

• 1 package phyllo dough
• 250 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams walnuts
• 200 grams pistachios
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 200 ml water
• 200 grams honey

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, pistachios, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.

3. 3

   Grease a baking dish with some melted butter. Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with melted butter.

4. 4

   Spread a layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Add 5 more sheets of phyllo dough on top, again brushing each layer with butter.

5. 5

   Repeat the layering process until all the nut mixture is used, finishing with a top layer of about 10 sheets of phyllo dough, brushed with butter.

6. 6

   Cut the assembled baklava into diamond or square shapes before baking.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   While the baklava bakes, prepare the syrup by boiling water and honey together for about 10 minutes. Let it cool.

9. 9

   Once out of the oven, pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Let it soak and cool before serving.