Are you a fan of desserts? Then you must try this Double Nut Baklava recipe, which is an irresistible dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings! Baklava, originally a Turkish dessert made of layered phyllo pastry and filled with nuts and honey syrup, has become a worldwide phenomenon. This Double Nut Baklava recipe adds another level of flavor with the addition of pistachios and walnuts. Let’s dive into this delicious dessert!
Ingredients
- 1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
- 1/2 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1-1/4 cups butter, melted
- 1 package phyllo dough (16 ounces, 14×9-inch-sheet size), thawed
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside. Brush a 13×9-in. baking pan with some of the butter. Unroll the sheets of phyllo dough; trim to fit into pan.
- Layer 10 sheets of phyllo in prepared pan, brushing each with butter. (Keep remaining dough covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) Sprinkle with a third of the nut mixture. Repeat layers twice. Top with five phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter. Brush top sheet of phyllo with butter.
- Using a sharp knife, cut into diamond shapes. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water and honey to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes. Pour hot syrup over baklava. Cover and let stand overnight.
Nutrition Facts
- 1 piece: 174 calories
- 10g fat (5g saturated fat)
- 17mg cholesterol
- 134mg sodium
- 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber)
- 2g protein