Baklava Squares With Ice Cream

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3

Baklava Squares With Ice Cream - A Delicious Treat for Dessert Lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

45g

Fat

31g

Baklava is a traditional pastry that is popular throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean regions. It is made with layers of phyllo dough, honey, and chopped nuts, then baked and topped with a sweet syrup. This version of baklava is modified to be in easy-to-serve squares with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added deliciousness. Though it may seem intimidating to make, baklava squares can be accomplished with ease in your own kitchen. Impress your guests at your next dinner party or enjoy it as an indulgent treat with family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Brush a 9-inch square baking dish with melted butter.
3.	Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the baking dish and brush it with melted butter.
4.	Repeat this process with the remaining sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each layer with melted butter.
5.	In a bowl, mix together the walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon.
6.	Pour the walnut mixture over the top of the phyllo dough in the baking dish and pat it down.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
8.	Remove from the oven and let cool.
9.	Cut the baklava into squares and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
10.	Drizzle honey over the top of the baklava and ice cream, if desired.

PROS

Baklava squares are a delicious and indulgent dessert that is perfect for special occasions and holidays.

The combination of flaky phyllo dough, sweet cinnamon sugar, and crunchy walnuts is a treat for the senses.

Serving the baklava with vanilla ice cream adds a creamy and cool contrast to the warm and nutty baklava squares.

CONS

Baklava is not a low-calorie dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The high sugar content can also be a concern for those with dietary restrictions or health concerns.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While baklava is not a particularly healthy dessert, it does contain walnuts which are a good source of heart-healthy fats and protein.
The cinnamon used in the recipe is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels.

	4 sheets phyllo dough
	4 -6 tablespoons butter , melted
	1 1/2 cups walnuts , chopped
	1 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons cinnamon
	1 pint vanilla ice cream
	honey , for topping