Baklava I

Name: Baklava I
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 36 servings
Cuisine: Greek, Turkish
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon; 2 tbsp Lemon Juice; 5 tbsp Margarine; 1 whole Phyllo Dough; 0.5 cup Sugar; 5 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 lb Walnuts; 2 cups Water

Dessert 🍰Snack 🍿 Greek 🇬🇷Turkish 🇹🇷 Low-Carb Low-Sodium Vegetarian 🥦Halal 🕌Comfort-Food Pescatarian 🐟

Layers of crisp phyllo cradle a warmly spiced walnut filling, then soak up a bright lemon-sugar syrup for a glossy, shattering bite. This Baklava I delivers sweet, nutty flavors with cinnamon warmth and a satisfying crunch—perfect for holidays, celebrations, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.

Prep15 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves36
DifficultyMedium

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2

Cut the phyllo dough to fit the pan, and place half of the sheets in the bottom of the pan.
3

Grind the walnuts with 1/2 cup sugar and the cinnamon in a food processor or blender.
4

Spread the ground walnut mixture evenly over the phyllo.
5

Place the remaining phyllo sheets on top of the walnut mixture.
6

Melt the margarine with the oil in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave.
7

Brush the top layer of phyllo with the melted mixture.
8

Cut the top layers of phyllo into diamond shapes with a sharp knife.
9

Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes.
10

While the baklava bakes, make the syrup: Combine 3 1/2 cups sugar, water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
11

Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat. Let cool slightly.
12

Remove the baklava from the oven and pour the syrup over the hot pastry. Cool completely before serving.