Baklawa (aleppo Pistachio Baklava)

Baklawa, also known as Baklava, is a delicious and rich pastry made with layers of phyllo dough, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with honey or syrup. This recipe for Aleppo Pistachio Baklava is a popular dessert in Syrian cuisine, known for its delicate layers and nutty flavor.

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Baklawa (aleppo Pistachio Baklava)

Ingredients

  • 1 package of phyllo dough
  • 1 1/2 cups of unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1/2 cup of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of rose water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios with cinnamon.
  3. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
  4. Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat with 7 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
  5. Sprinkle a thin layer of the pistachio mixture over the phyllo.
  6. Layer 4 sheets of phyllo on top, brushing each with butter, and sprinkle with pistachio mixture. Repeat this process until all the pistachio mixture is used, ending with a top layer of 8 sheets of phyllo, each brushed with butter.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. While the baklava is baking, make the syrup by combining the sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then add the honey and rose water. Simmer for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool.
  10. When the baklava is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the syrup over the hot baklava. Let it cool completely before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
4g
Fat
13g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Pastry brush Sharp knife

Tools

Oven Saucepan

Serving suggestions

Serve the Aleppo Pistachio Baklava with a hot cup of Turkish coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

To achieve the perfect flaky texture, be sure to brush each layer of phyllo dough with melted butter generously.

Cost

$15