Baklava Cookies Good Stuff by Top Chef Spike Mendel

Name: Baklava Cookies Good Stuff by Top Chef Spike Mendelsohn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 ½ cups walnuts, chopped; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon salt; 1.25 (2 1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ⅓ cup honey; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon lemon juice; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups walnuts, chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1.25 (2 1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup honey
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
To make cookies, in a bowl, mix together flour, walnuts, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3
In a second bowl, beat together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
4
Beat in the egg and vanilla.
5
Slowly blend in the flour nut-mixture.
6
Using your hands, form small, round dough balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
7
Gently press down in the balls to slightly flatten each cookie.
8
To make the glaze, heat the honey, butter, vanilla, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a large saucepan over low heat until syrupy.
9
Set aside until ready to use.
10
Bake the cookies for 10 minute or until golden.
11
Remove from the oven and drizzle the glaze over the cookies.
12
Let stand on the sheets until cooled completely.

1360

kcal

Calories

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups walnuts, chopped, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Baklava Cookies Good Stuff by Top Chef Spike Mendelsohn 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baklava Cookies Good Stuff by Top Chef Spike Mendelsohn

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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