How do I make baklava from scratch?

Indulge your taste buds with our homemade Baklava recipe. Layers of flaky pastry, chopped nuts, and sweet syrup - a Mediterranean delight!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Baklava from scratch. Items include: Phyllo pastry sheets Sugar Water Lemon juice Chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pistachios) Ground cinnamon Butter (melted)

Phyllo pastry sheets 30 sheets
Sugar 1 cup
Water 1 cup
Lemon juice 1 tablespoon
Chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pistachios) 1 cup
Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Butter (melted) 1/2 cup

Take note
Be careful when working with hot sugar syrup to avoid burns. Additionally, be cautious when handling the sharp edges of the pastry.

1

Prepare the Syrup

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.

2

Prepare the Nut Filling

Take 1 cup of chopped nuts (we recommend a mix of walnuts, almonds, and pistachios) and mix them with 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside.

3

Assemble the Layers

Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Repeat this process with 5 more sheets, stacking them on top of each other. Sprinkle a thin layer of the nut filling evenly over the pastry. Repeat the process of layering 6 more sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each with melted butter and adding the nut filling. Keep repeating this process until you run out of nut filling or phyllo pastry sheets.

4

Cut and Bake

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the layered pastry into diamond or square shapes. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

5

Pour the Syrup

Once the Baklava comes out of the oven, immediately pour the cooled sugar syrup over the hot pastry. Allow it to sit for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld together.

6

Serve and Enjoy

Serve the Baklava as a delicious Mediterranean dessert. Don't forget to garnish with some crushed pistachios for an extra touch of elegance. Grab a piece and savor each flaky bite!