Baklawa - Syrian Version Of Baklava Recipe

Name: Baklawa - Syrian Version Of Baklava
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs phyllo dough (for a 17x13 tray); 3 cups melted rendered butter; BAKLAWA FILLING; 2 lbs shelled walnuts (or 1/2 walnuts and 1/2 pistachios); 3/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons rose water (usually found in Middle Eastern markets); SYRUP; 2 1/2 cups sugar; 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon rose water

Servings: persons

2 lbs phyllo dough (for a 17x13 tray)
3 cups melted rendered butter
BAKLAWA FILLING
2 lbs shelled walnuts (or 1/2 walnuts and 1/2 pistachios)
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons rose water (usually found in Middle Eastern markets)
SYRUP
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon rose water

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Butter baking pans thoroughly.
2
Place 1 lb.
3
of dough in pan, brushing butter between each sheet.
4
Do not butter top sheet.
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Combine ingredients for nut filling and spread evenly on last layer.
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Place the other 1 lb.
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dough over nut filling, brushing each layer with butter between each sheet.
8
Cut in diamond shapes.
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Pour remaining butter over top.
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Bake in a preheated oven@ 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
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,then reduce heat to 325 degrees for 45 minutes.
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*NOTE:Keep dough covered with damp cloth or plastic while using to prevent dough from drying out.
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SYRUP:
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Mix sugar and water and boil over medium hear for 15-20 minutes Add lemon juice and rose water before removing from heat.
15
Let syrup stand for 10 minutes before pouring over cold Baklawa.

3333

kcal

Calories

285

Fat

196

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs phyllo dough (for a 17x13 tray), 3 cups melted rendered butter, BAKLAWA FILLING, 2 lbs shelled walnuts (or 1/2 walnuts and 1/2 pistachios), and more.

Yes, Baklawa - Syrian Version Of 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.

Baklawa - Syrian Version Of Baklava

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