Filopaper baklava

Description

Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. Baklava (also known as baklawa, though you might come across this name as well) is a pastry made from phyllo dough, soaked in a sweet syrup made from sugar or honey. Thanks to the use of this dough, the dessert has a distinct, visible texture. Baklava is made with various nuts—walnuts, almonds, and others, whatever is available.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Pour half of the water into a saucepan and add half of the sugar. Place the saucepan over heat and cook until the mixture turns caramel-colored (about 20 minutes), without stirring.

2. 2

   Step 2

   After the caramel appears, add the remaining sugar and water, cook over medium heat until golden color forms (5 minutes). Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Preheat the oven to 150 degrees. Cut the filo pastry sheets in half, then trim them to fit the size of the baking tray or dish you will be using.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Melt the butter, then grease the baking dish with it. Layer the sheets one on top of the other, generously brushing each with melted butter.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Conditionally divide the sheets into 3 parts. Sprinkle each third with a layer of crushed walnuts. Spread the remaining butter over the top layer.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Cut the sheets into the desired shape, then place in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Pour the baked baklava with the previously prepared syrup and return it to the oven for another 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Leave the baklava to soak for 8–10 hours, then serve.