Pistachio Baklava
Pistachio baklava is a delicious dessert made with crispy phyllo dough, rich nuts, and sweet syrup, perfect for any celebration or gathering.
Ingredients
For the Baklava
- 1 package phyllo dough Ensure it is thawed properly
- 2 cups pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped Can experiment with different nuts
- 1 cup butter, melted Brush each layer for best crispiness
- 1 cup sugar For the syrup
- 1 cup water For the syrup
- 1/2 cup honey For the syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice For the syrup
- to taste Ground cinnamon Used in the nut mixture and for flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios, walnuts, and a pinch of cinnamon.
Layering
- Layer sheets of phyllo dough in a greased baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
- After several layers, add a layer of the nut mixture.
- Repeat the layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with several layers of phyllo on top.
- Cut the baklava into diamond shapes and brush with remaining butter.
Baking
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.
Syrup Preparation
- While baking, make the syrup by combining sugar, water, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice in a saucepan, then boil for 10 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- Once the baklava is baked, pour the syrup over it while hot.
- Let it cool and enjoy!
Notes
Serve pistachio baklava warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with coffee or tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16g
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