Description
Embrace the sweetness of the holidays with our Old Fashioned Baklava, a dessert that’s as rich in tradition as it is in flavor. With its flaky, buttery layers of filo pastry, interspersed with finely chopped walnuts and cinnamon, all beautifully soaked in a lemony honey syrup, this baklava is a symphony of textures and tastes that dance on the palate.Perfect for holiday gatherings, this baklava not only impresses with its luscious, crispy layers but also serves as a festive centerpiece. Each piece glistens with honey and invites you to take a bite, promising a sweet escape that’s bound to make it a beloved dessert at any celebration. Serve it at your next event and watch as it becomes an instant favorite, cherished by all who taste its heavenly layers.
Ingredients
1 16 oz. package filo pastry dough, thawed
13 tbsp. melted unsalted butter, divided
4 cups walnuts, chopped finely
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 cup white sugar
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup pure honey
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Trim filo pastry dough to fit a 13×9 inch baking dish. Keep it covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
Grease the baking dish with 1 tbsp. of melted butter.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, lemon juice, water, and honey. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 4 minutes on medium-low heat without stirring, then remove from heat and allow to cool.
Pulse walnuts in a food processor until finely chopped. Mix walnuts and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
Place 10 filo sheets in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next. Evenly spread 3/4 cup of the walnut mixture over the top.
Layer 5 more filo sheets, each brushed with butter, and top with another 3/4 cup of the walnut mixture. Repeat layering until all walnut mixture is used, finishing with 10 sheets of buttered filo on top.
Brush the top with melted butter. Cut into 1 1/2 inch strips, then cut diagonally to form diamond shapes.
Bake for 85 minutes, or until golden brown.
Immediately after baking, evenly drizzle the cooled honey syrup over the hot pastry.
Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes