Classic Greek Baklava
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 pound filo dough
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
- 1 cup sugar
- 6-8 ounces chopped walnuts, coarsely chopped
Instructions
1. Make syrup by dissolving sugar in water and simmer till thick enough to coat a spoon, then add lemon and orange blossom water and simmer for 2 more minutes. Cool to room temperature in the refrigerator. 2. Brush a 9 x 13 pan with butter. Place half of the filo in the pan, one sheet at a time, brushing each layer with butter. 3. Keep the filo covered with a damp towel while brushing the layers to prevent it from drying out. Don't worry if it tears, though, it will still look and taste fine. 4. Mix nuts and sugar and spread over the filo layers. Cover with remaining filo, brushing each layer with butter as before. 5. Cut diagonally into lozenge shapes. Bake at 350º for 30 minutes, then increase the temperature to 450º for 15 minutes or less till puffed and golden. 6. Remove from oven and quickly pour cold syrup over baklava. 7. Cool to room temperature to serve.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
* These are rough estimates based on common ingredient values. Actual nutrition may vary.
322
Calories
1g
Protein
26g
Carbs
25g
Fat
1g
Fiber
Tips & Variations
Room temperature
Butter and eggs at room temperature mix more smoothly and create better texture.
Measure precisely
Baking is chemistry - use measuring cups and spoons for best results.






