Baklava

 

Baklava is a traditional pastry known for its sweet, rich flavor and flaky texture. It consists of phyllo (or filo) dough, nuts, spices, and a sugary syrup.

Baklava Ingredients

Here's what you need to make the best baklava of your life:

Phyllo Dough

Make your own phyllo pastry dough or buy frozen phyllo dough at the store.

Nuts

Chopped walnuts, pistachios, or a mixture of both are traditionally used. Hazelnuts and/or pecans would also work.

Butter

Not only does butter add richness and flavor, it keeps the phyllo sheets moist and soft. It also helps the sheets stay together.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is responsible for baklava's signature warmth.

Water, Sugar, Vanilla, and Honey

A sweet syrup — made from water, sugar, vanilla extract, and honey — is poured over the baked baklava layers, bringing the delicious dessert together.