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a slice of golden brown flaky baklava with glistening honey drizzle

Authentic Greek Baklava With Walnuts Recipe

You'll need a few essentials, including a sharp knife and a sturdy baking pan, to achieve that signature crispiness. Gather your phyllo dough, walnuts, and a blend of cinnamon and clove to create a rich, nutty filling.
The process is a labor of love, taking around an hour to assemble and bake, plus some patience for cooling to ensure the syrup infuses perfectly. This recipe yields enough to share, creating about 24 pieces, each one a testament to tradition and taste.
Pair your baklava with a strong Greek coffee or a glass of sweet dessert wine for an authentic experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling (At least) 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Greek
Servings 20
Calories 395 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven (for precise baking temperature control)
  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat
  • Sharp Knife: (for clean phyllo dough handling and nut chopping techniques)
  • Chopping boardFood processor (optional, for faster nut chopping)
  • Saucepan (for monitoring syrup consistency)
  • Pastry Brush:
  • Spatula:
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons:
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula (for stirring syrup)
  • Cooling Rack:

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound phyllo dough thawed
  • 4 cups walnuts finely chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 lemon juiced

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Whist waiting.. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Thaw phyllo dough as per package instructions.
  • Prepare the syrup to the right consistency and let it cool.
  • Chop walnuts finely and mix with cinnamon and sugar.
  • Lay one phyllo sheet in the pan, brush with melted butter; repeat for half the sheets.
  • Spread the walnut mixture evenly.
  • Layer remaining phyllo, buttering each sheet.
  • Use a sharp knife to create cutting patterns, slicing into diamonds or squares.
  • Bake until golden and crisp.
  • Pour cool syrup over hot baklava.
  • Allow to fully absorb and serve.

Notes

You've just mastered the art of crafting authentic Greek baklava with walnuts! Indulge in the layers of flaky phyllo, rich nuts, and sweet syrup.
Remember, it's all about patience and precision. Share it with friends or savor it slowly with a strong Greek coffee or a glass of dessert wine. Either way, you're in for a treat that's as delightful to present as it is to eat.
Get ready for the compliments to roll in!

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 113mgPotassium: 138mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 290IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Authentic Baklava, Baklava with Walnuts
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