Yiayia’s Rolled Baklava With Honey Syrup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Yiayia's Rolled Baklava With Honey Syrup- Sweet and Nutty Pastry
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

25-30 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

32 sheets phyllo dough ( approx . 1 1/2 pounds )
4 cups ground walnuts ( pea sized )
1/3 cup finely ground zwieback cookies or 1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb unsalted butter
3 tablespoons Crisco shortening
4 cups sugar
2 cups water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-15
Calories
435
Sugar
37g
Fat
26g
Baklava is a traditional pastry that originates from the Middle East and Mediterranean regions. It's a luxurious dessert that's often served at special occasions and celebrations. Every family will have their own recipe for baklava, and Yiayia's Rolled Baklava is a recipe that's been handed down through the generations. The combination of sweet and nutty flavors in this pastry makes it a favorite among those who love a good dessert. The process of layering and rolling the phyllo dough can be quite time-consuming, but the end result is well worth it.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine the ground walnuts, cinnamon, and breadcrumbs or zwieback cookies. Mix well.
3.Melt the butter and Crisco in a saucepan over medium heat.
4.Lay a sheet of phyllo on a cookie sheet and brush it with the melted butter mixture. Add 2-3 more sheets of phyllo, brushed with the butter mixture, on top of the first sheet.
5.Sprinkle the walnut mixture evenly over the top of the phyllo layers.
6.Roll the sheets and filling up tightly, using the cookie sheet to help roll it up. Brush the top with more butter mixture.
7.Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
8.While the baklava cools, bring the sugar, water, lemon juice, and honey to a boil in a saucepan on medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the syrup thickens slightly.
9.Pour the syrup over the baklava and let it soak in for at least 8 hours or overnight before serving.

PROS

Yiayia’s Rolled Baklava is sweet, nutty, and delicious.
The honey syrup adds an extra layer of flavor.

It’s perfect for serving at special occasions or for an indulgent dessert on a lazy weekend.

This recipe makes quite a large batch, so you’ll have plenty of servings to share or store for later.

CONS

Baklava is a high-calorie and high-fat dessert, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It can also be time-consuming to prepare, as the phyllo dough needs to be layered and rolled carefully.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Yiayia’s Rolled Baklava is not a particularly healthy dessert, it does contain walnuts which are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Walnuts have been linked to improved heart health and brain function.

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