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THE BEST CHRISTMAS BAKLAVA

Christmas Baklava is a festive Mediterranean dessert that combines layers of buttery phyllo dough with a spiced nut mixture, all drenched in a fragrant honey syrup. This holiday treat, rich in tradition, brings together family and friends to celebrate the season with its delicate textures and sweet, spiced flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 24
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound chopped pecans
  • 1/2 pound chopped walnuts
  • 2-3 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pound phyllo dough thawed
  • 1-1/2 cups butter melted
  • 2-1/2 cups honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp grated lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Toss well to coat the nuts evenly. Set aside.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Lay two sheets of phyllo dough in the prepared dish. Brush with melted butter. Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of the nut mixture over the buttered phyllo.
  • Continue layering phyllo, brushing each layer with butter and sprinkling with the nut mixture. Use about 6 layers of nuts and phyllo, finishing with 6 layers of phyllo on top.
  • Brush the top phyllo layer with any remaining butter. Carefully cut through all layers to create diamond-shaped pieces.
  • Bake the baklava for approximately 45 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  • While the baklava bakes, heat the honey in a saucepan until nearly boiling. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  • Once baked, immediately pour the hot honey syrup evenly over the baklava. Allow it to sizzle and absorb the syrup.
  • Let the baklava cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut along the pre-made lines and serve.

Notes

Nut Variations: Substitute or mix nuts like almonds or pistachios as desired.
Flavor Enhancements: Add orange blossom water or rose water to the syrup for a floral note.
Dietary Modifications: Use ghee for a lighter version or agave syrup for a vegan option.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 450kcal
Keyword Baklava, Christmas, Cinnamon, Honey
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