Turkish Baklava with Honey and Crispy Walnuts
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 250 g filo dough
- 200 g chopped walnuts
- 150 g melted butter
- 150g sugar
- 100 ml of water
- 3 tablespoons of honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Grease a mold with butter.
- Layer 5 sheets of filo dough in the mold, brushing each with melted butter.
- Sprinkle a layer of walnuts mixed with cinnamon.
- Repeat layering with 5 more sheets of filo dough, brushing each with butter.
- Continue alternating layers of filo and walnut mixture until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of filo.
- Cut the assembled baklava into diamonds or squares before baking.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.
- While baking, prepare the syrup by boiling water, sugar, and honey for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Immediately pour the hot syrup over the freshly baked baklava.
- Allow the baklava to cool completely before serving to let the syrup soak in.
Full description
Indulge in the rich, buttery layers of Turkish baklava, a sweet masterpiece crafted with delicate filo dough and a generous filling of crunchy, cinnamon-spiced walnuts. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors, from the nutty undertones to the sweet, aromatic honey syrup that cascades over the golden, crispy pastry. Perfectly baked to achieve a golden hue, this dessert promises a delightful crunch and a melt-in-your-mouth experience. For the best results, ensure your filo dough remains moist and your syrup is warm when poured to achieve that signature moist texture.
