Baklava (Greek Honey and Nut Pastry) - Great Easy Recipe

Baklava (Greek Honey and Nut Pastry) - Great Easy Recipe

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Baklava is a crispy, sweet, and nutty pastry made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, filled with a spiced walnut and pistachio mixture, and drenched in a rich honey syrup. This iconic Greek and...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups (200g) walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 ½ cups (200g) pistachios, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 package (16 oz/450g) phyllo dough, thawed
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (170g) honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 tsp orange zest (optional for extra flavor)
  • Chopped pistachios
  • Extra honey drizzle

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