Baklawa Bi Fustuq (syrian Pistachio And Rosewater Cake)

Baklawa bi Fustuq, also known as Syrian Pistachio and Rosewater Cake, is a delicious and aromatic dessert that is popular in Syrian cuisine. This sweet and nutty cake is perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat with a cup of tea or coffee.

Vegan Vegetarian Dessert Syrian Syrian Cuisine Pistachio Rosewater
Baklawa Bi Fustuq (syrian Pistachio And Rosewater Cake)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shelled pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 package phyllo dough
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup rosewater

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios, 1 cup of sugar, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the dish and brush with more melted butter. Repeat with 7 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with melted butter.
  4. Sprinkle half of the pistachio mixture over the phyllo dough layers.
  5. Layer 8 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining pistachio mixture over the phyllo dough layers.
  7. Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top, brushing each with melted butter.
  8. Using a sharp knife, cut the baklawa into diamond or square shapes.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. While the baklawa is baking, prepare the syrup by combining 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and rosewater in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  11. Once the baklawa is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot baklawa.
  12. Allow the baklawa to cool and absorb the syrup 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
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
16g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Pastry brush Sharp knife Saucepan

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the baklawa with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios and a drizzle of extra rosewater for an extra burst of flavor.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use a sharp knife to cut the baklawa into pieces before baking to ensure clean and even cuts.

Cost

$15