Thea's Baklava Recipe

Name: Thea's Baklava
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb phyllo pastry; ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 cups finely chopped walnuts; 1 cup finely chopped almonds; ¼ cup sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves; 2 cups sugar; 2 cups water; 3 whole cloves; cinnamon stick; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 strip lemon rind

Servings: persons

1 lb phyllo pastry
¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
1 cup finely chopped almonds
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
3 whole cloves
cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 strip lemon rind

1
Preheat oven to 325.
2
Butter base and sides of 13x9x2 pan (seperate quantity of butter).
3
Melt butter and allow to rest to thickened (If you don't you'll need almost DOUBLE the amount!
4
).
5
Mix nuts, sugar and spices together.
6
Place 9 sheets of filo brushing each with butter before the next is added.
7
(Use pastry brush).
8
Spread 1/2 the nut mixture over top sheet of filo.
9
Add 2 more sheets (one at a time), buttering between.
10
Spread remaining nuts over the top.
11
Top with all remaining sheets of filo, buttering between each one.
12
Trim edges (around sides of dish) with a VERY sharp knife.
13
Butter the top layer.
14
Score through the first few layers of filo (into diamond shaped pieces) to facilitate cutting later.
15
Sprinkle lightly with water over the top to avoid curling of top layer(s).
16
Bake for 30 minutes (middle rack), covering with foil if the top browns too much.
17
After 30 minutes, remove from oven.
18
Spoon strained syrup over HOT baklava.
19
Allow to sit for several hours to all day before serving (the longer, the better).
20
While baklava is baking, prepare syrup.
21
Place ingredients in saucepan and stir constantly until sugar dissolves completely.
22
Boil for 10 minutes.
23
Strain and allow syrup to cool before using.

1340

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb phyllo pastry, ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted, 2 cups finely chopped walnuts, 1 cup finely chopped almonds, and more.

Yes, Thea's 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thea's Baklava

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Variations & substitutions

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