Ingredients:
- ๐ฅ 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz)
- ๐ง 1 cup melted butter
- ๐ฅ 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, or almonds)
- ๐ฏ 1 cup honey
- ๐ 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ๐ฅ 1 tsp cinnamon
- ๐ถ 1/2 cup sugar
- ๐ธ 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ๐ง A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prep the Nuts: Chop the nuts finely and mix them with sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Set aside. ๐ฅ๐ฌ
- Layer the Phyllo Dough: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Brush a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter. ๐ง Lay a sheet of phyllo dough, brush with butter, and repeat until you have 8 layers.
- Add the Nut Mixture: Sprinkle a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. ๐ Then, add 4 more layers of phyllo, buttering each layer, followed by another layer of nuts. Continue this process until all nuts are used, ending with 8 layers of phyllo on top.
- Cut and Bake: Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. ๐ก๏ธ Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. ๐ฏ
- Make the Syrup: While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a bit of water. ๐ Heat until sugar dissolves, then simmer for 10 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
- Add the Syrup: Once the baklava is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the syrup over the top, ensuring it seeps into all the cuts. ๐ฏ๐งก Let it cool completely before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with some crushed nuts or a drizzle of honey if desired. Serve your homemade baklava and enjoy! ๐๐ฎ
