How to Make Easy Baklava - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baklava is a delicious and sweet pastry that is a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, butter, and nuts, this dessert is a perfect blend of crunchy and sweet. While it may seem intimidating to make at home, this easy baklava recipe is simple enough for even beginner bakers to tackle.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound chopped nuts
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 pieces

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Toss together nuts and cinnamon. Unroll phyllo and cut the whole stack in half to fit the dish. Cover phyllo with a damp cloth while assembling the baklava, to keep it from drying out.
  • Place 2 sheets of phyllo in the bottom of the prepared dish. Brush generously with some of the melted butter. Sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the nut mixture on top. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with about 6 sheets of phyllo.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut baklava into 4 long rows, then diagonally 9 times to make 36 diamond shapes. Be sure to cut all the way through to the bottom of the layers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crisp, about 50 minutes.
  • While baklava is baking, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Stir in honey, vanilla, and lemon zest; reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Remove baklava from the oven and immediately spoon syrup over it. Let cool completely before serving. Store uncovered.
  • Nutrition

    201 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 97mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 70mg