Greek Baklava Recipe

Name: Greek Baklava
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb walnuts (sub some almonds in for a portion of the walnuts if desired for a nutty medley); 1 lb pecans; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 dash ground cloves; 1 lb butter; 1 lb phyllo dough; Syrup; 4 cups granulated sugar; 2 cups water; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 cinnamon stick (or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon); 1/2 lemon, squeezed

Servings: persons

1 lb walnuts (sub some almonds in for a portion of the walnuts if desired for a nutty medley)
1 lb pecans
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 dash ground cloves
1 lb butter
1 lb phyllo dough
Syrup
4 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
3 tablespoons honey
1 cinnamon stick (or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon)
1/2 lemon, squeezed

1
Coarsely grind nuts and mix well with sugar, cinnamon and coves.
2
Melt butter and brush a 13 x9 pan.
3
Cut filo to fit pan.
4
Place 8 sheets of phyllo on the bottom brushing with butter between each layer.
5
Sprinkle approximately 1 cup nuts on top of phyllo.
6
Place 3 more sheets of phyllo on top, brushing each with butter. Alternate in his manner until all ingredients have been used. Save 8 sheets of phyllo for top layer. Brush top with butter.
7
Cut through the top with a sharp knife into individual pieces.
8
Bake at 325 for 1 hour or until brown and crisp.
9
While still hot, cover with cooled syrup and let stand overnight before serving.
10
For syrup:
11
Combine all ingredient in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil gently for 20-30 minutes. Cool the syrup before pouring over hot baklava.

3408

kcal

Calories

247

Fat

315

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb walnuts (sub some almonds in for a portion of the walnuts if desired for a nutty medley), 1 lb pecans, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Greek 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.

Greek Baklava

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