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Greek Baklava

Savor the delightful layers of flaky phyllo dough and rich nut filling in this traditional Greek baklava, drizzled with sweet honey syrup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek, Middle Eastern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Phyllo and Nuts
  • 1 pound phyllo dough (thawed if frozen) Make sure to keep covered while working.
  • 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, or almonds, finely chopped) You can choose any combination of your favorite nuts.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted) For brushing between phyllo layers.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds flavor to the nut filling.
Syrup
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup honey Can use more or less to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor of the syrup.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you prepare your baklava.
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped nuts and ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside.
Layering the Phyllo Dough
  1. Take a sheet of phyllo dough and lay it flat on a clean surface. Brush it with melted butter.
  2. Layer another sheet over it and repeat this process until you have approximately 8 sheets stacked.
Adding the Nut Filling
  1. Evenly spread a cup of the nut mixture over the phyllo layers.
  2. Continue layering another 6-8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing butter between each layer.
  3. Add another cup of the nut filling and repeat until all the filling is used.
Finishing Touches
  1. Top with another 8 layers of buttered phyllo, brushing each layer as you go.
  2. Before baking, cut your baklava into diamond or square shapes using a sharp knife.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Making the Syrup
  1. While your baklava is baking, combine sugar, water, and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a simmer.
  2. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, then add vanilla extract and set aside.
Soaking the Baklava
  1. Once your baklava is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the syrup all over the hot baklava.
  2. Let it cool to absorb the syrup fully.

Notes

Baklava can be stored at room temperature, covered. It stays fresh for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze.