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Honey Walnut Baklava

Prep Time

45 min

Servings

24

Cook Time

50 min

PastriesMedium

Honey Walnut Baklava

Layers of phyllo, nuts, and honey syrup. Sweet Mediterranean classic!

1Ingredients

Adjust Servings
24
  • 1 lb phyllo dough
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups walnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • For syrup: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, 1 cup honey, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 tsp lemon juice

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Layer 8 sheets phyllo in pan, brushing each with butter.

  2. 2

    Sprinkle 1/3 nut mixture.

  3. 3

    Repeat layers twice.

  4. 4

    Top with 8 more phyllo sheets.

  5. 5

    Cut into diamonds.

  6. 6

    Bake at 325°F for 50 minutes until golden.

  7. 7

    Make syrup: boil sugar and water, add honey, vanilla, lemon.

  8. 8

    Pour hot syrup over hot baklava. Cool completely.

Baker's Tips

  • Pour hot syrup over hot baklava for best absorption
  • Let sit overnight for flavors to meld