Baklava Bliss

Flaky layers of phyllo dough and spiced nuts drenched in syrup.

Ingredients

• 500 grams phyllo dough
• 300 grams walnuts
• 200 grams pistachios
• 200 ml honey
• 200 grams butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 100 grams sugar
• 100 ml water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Melt the butter.
2. Layer phyllo in a baking dish, brushing each with butter.
3. Mix nuts with sugar and cinnamon, spread over phyllo.
4. Continue layering phyllo sheets and butter.
5. Bake for 50 minutes until golden brown.
6. Prepare syrup with water, sugar, honey, and lemon juice. Pour over hot baklava.

Chef's tips

• Use unsalted butter for a better taste.
• Cut the baklava before baking for easier slicing.