Baklava

Baklava photo
prep time:
30-45 minutes
cook time:
45 minutes
other time:
2-3 hours standing time
TamaraTamara Brown

I made this recipe for our Community Group’s Greek themed Potluck. I had never made Baklava before and was surprised at how simple it was.

ingredients

Baklava:
  • 4 cups chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. cloves
  • 3/4 cup melted butter
Syrup:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 cup water

directions

Baklava:

  • 1

    Combine walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Brush large glass rectangular baking dish with some of the melted butter. Layer 3 phyllo sheets, brush with butter, 2 more sheets, brush with butter, then place 1/3 of nut mixture on top. Repeat 2 more times.

  • 2

    Bake at 350°F for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Syrup:

  • 1

    Meanwhile, bring all ingredients for syrup to a boil, reduce heat and summer for 10 minutes.

  • 2

    Cut hot baklava into pieces with a sharp knife. Pour syrup evenly over baklava. Let stand for 2-3 hours.

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