GRETCHEN'S BAKLAVA RECIPE
Provided by kdet
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Combine and set aside walnuts, 1/2 cup sugar, and cinnamon Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the bottom and sides of a 10x14" (about 1-2" deep) pan with melted butter. Open the phyllo dough and layer 6 whole leafs (or 12 half leafs) in the pan, buttering each layer as you go. (The edges will extend over the side.) Spread 1 cup of the walnut mixture. If your phyllo dough comes in full sheets, cut the remaining phyllo dough in half. Layer 8 half sheets -- butter each layer. Each sheet will be an inch or so short, so stagger the sheets from corner to corner to cover the whole pan. I use a pattern so I don't forget how many layers I've put down, but it's even easier if you have a friend help! Spread 1 cup of the walnut mixture. Repeat 8 sheets and walnut mixture twice. You will end up with 4 layers of nuts. Layer the remaining half sheets on top -- butter each layer. Brush the top with the remaining butter. Trim the edges off. Cut halfway through the layers using the (new and improved right-hand or left-handers) diagram to the right. See my baklava FAQ page for more tips on cutting. (Note: Do NOT cut from corner to corner.) This is done now since it will be very fragile after it's been baked. Bake 1 hour or until golden brown. 15 minutes before the baklava should be done, mix 1 cup sugar, water, and lemon juice in a sauce pan. Cook sauce over a medium heat, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, add the honey and vanilla, and stir until well blended. Remove the baklava from the oven and finish cutting through the layers. Pour the sauce over the hot baklava. Cool. Let it sit for at least 24 hours (lightly covered -- but not in the refrigerator) -- longer if you can stand it! A nice way to serve individual pieces is to put each one into a muffin cup that has been partially flattened.
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Rosta Lama
[email protected]This baklava is so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use store-bought phyllo dough.
Oumaya Wasli
[email protected]I've made this baklava several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for special occasions or just for a sweet treat.
Mohamed Hassan
[email protected]This recipe is way too complicated. There are too many steps and ingredients. I don't think it's worth the effort.
Hum nath Dhakal
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my baklava didn't turn out as good as I expected. The phyllo dough was too thick and the filling was too dry. I'm not sure if I'll try this recipe again.
Sadat Mlabyo
[email protected]This baklava was a huge hit at my potluck! Everyone loved it and I received so many compliments. The recipe was easy to follow and the baklava turned out perfect. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe!
Tawana Thomas
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of baklava, but I'm so glad I did. This baklava is amazing! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
M. Bilal
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any baklava lover. The combination of crispy phyllo dough, sweet and nutty filling, and fragrant syrup is simply irresistible. I highly recommend it!
rafi hero
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my baklava turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Mdsahadat Khan9
[email protected]This baklava is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Boitumelo Tumi
[email protected]I've tried many baklava recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The filling is perfectly sweet and nutty, and the phyllo dough is crispy and flaky. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves baklava.
Dipesh Shah
[email protected]This baklava was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it and couldn't stop raving about how delicious it was. The recipe was easy to follow and the baklava turned out perfect. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!
Shanaya Patterson
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of baklava, but this recipe changed my mind. The use of honey and walnuts in the filling gives it a unique and delightful flavor. The phyllo dough was also perfectly crispy and flaky. I'll definitely be making this again!
Syed Shah22
[email protected]This baklava recipe is a true delight! The combination of crispy phyllo dough, sweet and nutty filling, and fragrant syrup is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe step-by-step and the results were simply stunning. The baklava turned out perfect