Creamy Pistachio Baklava (Fıstıklı Baklava)
Fıstıklı Baklava, also known as Creamy Pistachio Baklava, is a traditional dessert from Gagauz cuisine. This rich and sweet pastry is made with layers of phyllo dough, filled with creamy pistachio and sweet syrup, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 package of phyllo dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the chopped pistachios, 1 cup of sugar, and ground cinnamon.
- Layer half of the phyllo sheets in a greased baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the pistachio mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
- Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
- Cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes using a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup by combining water, 1 cup sugar, honey, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Once the baklava is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot baklava.
- Allow the baklava 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
- Fat
- 18g
- Protein
- 5g
Supplies
Baking dish Brush for butter Sharp knife
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fıstıklı Baklava with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a hot cup of Turkish coffee for a delightful dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
For best results, allow the baklava to sit for a few hours or overnight to fully absorb the syrup and develop its rich flavor.
Cost
$15