Bacon Baklava Recipe

Name: Bacon Baklava
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces frozen phyllo dough; 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, melted; 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped; 2 cups pecans, finely chopped; 2 cups bacon, crisp and finely chopped; 3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; SYRUP; 2 cups white sugar; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 stick cinnamon (4-inch)

Servings: persons

16 ounces frozen phyllo dough
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, melted
2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
2 cups pecans, finely chopped
2 cups bacon, crisp and finely chopped
3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
SYRUP
2 cups white sugar
1 cup water
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 stick cinnamon (4-inch)

1
Thaw the phyllo at room temperature for 2 hours. Cut in half crosswise to get sheets approximately 9x13 to fit the baking pan. Keep the phyllo covered at all times with waxed paper and a damp tea towel to keep it from drying out.
2
Lightly butter the bottom of a 9x13 cake pan. Place one sheet of the phyllo in pan and brush carefully with melted butter. Add 7 more sheets, brushing each with butter.
3
In a bowl, combine the walnuts, pecans, bacon and the 3/4 cup sugar. Mix well. Sprinkle 1 cup evenly over the pastry in the pan. Drizzle with some melted butter.
4
Top with 4 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter. Sprinkle another cup of nut-bacon mixture, drizzle butter.
5
Repeat the 4-sheet / nut mixture / drizzle routine 4 more times. Place the remaining 8 sheets of pastry on top, brushing each with melted butter.
6
With a sharp knife, cut diagonally, cutting to but not through the bottom layer. Continue cutting at about 1-inch spacing until you have approximately 48 diamond-shaped pieces.
7
Bake 1 hour at 325 degrees F. Remove from oven; finish cutting diamonds; cool thoroughly.
8
When pastry is cooled, prepare the syrup in a saucepan, combining the 2 cups sugar, the water, honey, lemon juice and cinnamon sticks. Boil gently for 15 minutes. Remove cinnamon, stir well.
9
Pour warm syrup evenly over cooled pastry. Cool completely. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

2657

kcal

Calories

197

Fat

188

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces frozen phyllo dough, 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, melted, 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped, 2 cups pecans, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Bacon Baklava falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bacon Baklava

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