Vegan Chocolate and Maple Baklava

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 9
Decadent Vegan Chocolate and Maple Baklava Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package phyllo pastry sheets , thawed
3/4 cup earth balance butter substitute , melted
2 cups walnuts , coarsely chopped
1 cup miniature semisweet vegan chocolate chips
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar , packed
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon maple extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
403
Sugar
28g
Fat
27g
This Vegan Chocolate and Maple Baklava is a sweet and decadent dessert recipe, providing a unique twist on a traditional recipe. It is made with earth balance butter substitute, walnuts, miniature semisweet vegan chocolate chips, and maple extract to deliver a mouth-watering flavor. Perfectly crispy and buttery phyllo layers combined with the warm sweetness of maple syrup makes this baklava irresistible. It is vegan, protein, and fiber-rich making it a satisfying dessert option to indulge in.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a medium bowl, combine chopped walnuts, miniature semisweet vegan chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and set aside.
3.Layer half of the phyllo sheets in a 9X13-inch baking dish, brushing each layer with melted earth balance butter substitute.
4.Sprinkle half of the walnut mixture over the phyllo layers.
5.Top the mixture with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer with melted earth balance butter substitute.
6.Spread the remaining walnut mixture on top.
7.Using a sharp knife, cut tight diamond shapes into the pastry.
8.Bake the baklava for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
9.While the baklava is baking, combine sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, water, corn syrup, and maple extract in a saucepan.
10.Bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring.
11.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
12.Once the baklava finishes baking, spoon syrup evenly over the hot baklava.
13.Allow to cool before serving.

PROS

This Vegan Chocolate and Maple Baklava tastes amazing, delivering a unique flavor with its chocolate and maple combination.

It’s vegan, and its protein and fiber-rich ingredients make it a filling, satisfying dessert.

CONS

This baklava is high in calories and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Vegan Chocolate and Maple Baklava offers health benefits from its protein and fiber-rich ingredients.
Walnuts and chocolate contain antioxidants, which help protect the body’s cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Walnuts contain healthy omega-3 fatty acids that can help support heart health and boost brain function.
The maple extract used in this recipe also has anti-inflammatory properties.

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