How To Make Greek Baklava
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 package of phyllo dough
- 1 cup of chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pistachios)
- 1/2 cup of melted butter
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
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In a bowl, combine the chopped nuts, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well.
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Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the baking dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat with several more layers of phyllo dough and butter.
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Spread a layer of the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
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Add more layers of phyllo dough and butter, repeating the process until all the nut mixture is used.
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Finish with a few more layers of phyllo dough and butter on top.
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Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the baklava into squares or diamond shapes.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the baklava is golden brown and crispy.
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While the baklava is baking, make the syrup by combining the honey, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
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Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it, allowing it to soak into the layers.
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Let the baklava cool completely before serving. It can be stored in an airtight container for several days.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 24g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 20mg
- Sodium : 150mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 32g
- Protein : 5g
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