Description
Delight in the Sweetness of Honey Pistachio Baklava. This enchanting dessert features layers of crispy phyllo dough enveloping a rich filling of finely chopped pistachios and honey, drizzled with a luscious syrup that embodies the essence of the Middle East. Perfect for summer gatherings, this baklava offers an irresistible combination of crunchy texture and sweet flavor that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 cup honey (preferably raw or organic)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios with sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
- Layer five sheets of phyllo dough in the baking dish, brushing each with melted butter.
- Sprinkle one-third of the pistachio mixture over the phyllo layers, followed by three more buttered sheets.
- Repeat layering until all pistachios are used; finish with five more buttered phyllo sheets on top.
- Cut diamond shapes into the top layer before baking for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the syrup by boiling water and honey together; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Once baked, pour warm syrup over the baklava and let cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with nuts like walnuts or almonds for different flavors. Enhance taste by adding spices such as cardamom or a splash of orange blossom water.