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Homemade Baklava Recipe

Homemade Baklava Recipe
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Indulge in the rich, nutty sweetness of homemade baklava with this classic recipe. Layers of crisp phyllo dough filled with a spiced mixture of walnuts and pistachios, drenched in a fragrant honey syrup – a delightful Middle Eastern treat!

Ingredients

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For the Baklava:

  • 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough (thawed)
  • 2 cups walnuts (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup pistachios (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)

For the Syrup:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3–4 strips lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the nut mixture: Combine walnuts, pistachios, cinnamon, and cloves in a bowl.
  3. Layer the phyllo: Layer phyllo sheets with butter and nut mixture.
  4. Cut and bake: Cut into shapes, bake for 45–50 minutes until golden.
  5. Make the syrup: Combine sugar, water, honey, lemon, cinnamon, and simmer.
  6. Soak the baklava: Pour warm syrup over hot baklava; let cool.

Notes

  • Use a sharp knife for clean slices.
  • Avoid over-soaking to maintain crispness.
  • Store uncovered at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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