Persian Spiced Baklava Rolls With Orange Blossom Syrup

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 14
Persian Spiced Baklava Rolls With Orange Blossom Syrup recipe
in Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped almonds ( I use blanched )
1/2 cup shelled unsalted pistachio nuts , chopped
1/8 cup white sugar
1/4 teaspoon cardamom , freshly ground ( I use a mortar & pestle )
16 sheets phyllo dough
1 cup sweet butter ( unsalted , melted , you may not use it all so melt as needed if you wish , as I do )
scant cup sugar ( I reduced slightly from 1 cup )
1/2 cup water
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice , freshly squeezed
1/2 - 1 teaspoon orange blossom water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
350
Sugar
25g
Fat
25g
Persian Spiced Baklava Rolls With Orange Blossom Syrup is a traditional Persian dessert that has become popular around the world. Baklava is a sweet pastry made with layers of phyllo dough and nuts, usually almonds or pistachios. It is then drenched in a syrup made with sugar, water, and citrus. This recipe adds cardamom to the nut mixture, which gives the baklava rolls a spicy kick. Orange blossom water is also added to the syrup, providing a floral aroma. The result is a sweet, nutty, and flavorful dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.In a medium-sized bowl, combine chopped almonds, chopped pistachios, white sugar, and freshly ground cardamom. Set aside.
3.Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough. Brush with melted butter.
4.Layer another sheet of phyllo dough on top. Brush with more melted butter.
5.Sprinkle 2-3 tbsp of the nut mixture onto the second layer of phyllo dough. Spread evenly.
6.Roll up the phyllo dough tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
7.Brush the outside of the roll with more melted butter.
8.Cut the rolls into 2-inch pieces. Place onto a lightly buttered baking sheet.
9.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.While the baklava rolls are baking, prepare the syrup. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, water, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
11.Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until syrup has thickened slightly.
12.Stir in orange blossom water.
13.When the baklava rolls are finished baking, pour syrup over the top.
14.Allow the rolls to cool before serving.

PROS

Persian Spiced Baklava Rolls With Orange Blossom Syrup are a delicious dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family.
The combination of nuts, phyllo dough, and syrup creates a sweet, crunchy, and sticky treat that is tough to resist.

CONS

Baklava rolls are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They are also a bit time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although delicious, these baklava rolls are not particularly healthy. However, nuts are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Additionally, orange blossom water has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.

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