Baklava

Baklava

Greek · Recipe

Rich, sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo, nuts, and honey syrup.

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About this dish

Greek cuisine

Ingredients

  • 12 phyllo sheets
  • 200g chopped walnuts
  • 100g butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 100ml honey
  • 100g sugar
  • 50ml water
  • 1 lemon slice

Description

Baklava is a celebration of texture and flavour, known across Greece for its sticky, crunchy indulgence.

Instructions

  1. Layer phyllo and butter in a pan, sprinkle nuts and cinnamon between layers.
  2. Bake at 180°C for 35–40 minutes.
  3. Boil syrup ingredients and pour over hot baklava.