Simple Honey Walnut Baklava
This simple honey walnut baklava is a kid friendly recipe that breaks down the classic Middle Eastern pastry into an easy manageable bake. Kids love the flaky layers soaked in sweet honey and the satisfying crunch of walnuts in every bite.
Flaky layered pastry filled with sweet walnuts and soaked in golden honey syrup.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
pastry
filling
syrup
Instructions
Make Walnut Filling
Combine finely chopped walnuts and cinnamon in a bowl and mix well. Set aside while you prepare your phyllo dough and butter.
Layer the Baklava
Brush a 9x9 baking dish with butter. Layer 8 phyllo sheets brushing each with melted butter. Spread walnut filling evenly then layer remaining 8 sheets on top each brushed with butter.
Cut and Bake
Use a sharp knife to cut baklava into diamond or square shapes before baking. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes until deep golden brown and crispy.
Pour Syrup and Cool
Heat honey, water and sugar in a saucepan until sugar dissolves. Immediately pour hot syrup over hot baklava from the oven. Cool completely before serving for best texture.
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