Tremendous Turkish Baklava

Tremendous Turkish Baklava

Delicate layers of filo pastry brushed with heart-healthy olive oil, filled with walnuts and pistachios, lightly sweetened with honey. This lighter twist on the classic dessert delivers crunch and flavour while reducing butter and saturated fat for a heart-conscious indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert, Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 12 sheets filo pastry store-bought, naturally low in fat
  • 1 ½ cups mixed nuts pistachios, walnuts, almonds, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed optional, extra fiber & omega-3
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or rapeseed oil instead of butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly brush a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, combine the nuts, flaxseed, cinnamon, and vanilla.
  3. Place 3 filo sheets in the dish, brushing each lightly with olive oil. Spread over ⅓ of the nut mix.
  4. Repeat layering the filo and nuts until all the filling is used, finishing with 3 filo sheets on top.
  5. Cut into diamonds or squares before baking.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  7. To make the syrup: Simmer honey or maple syrup, water, and lemon juice for 5 minutes. Pour evenly over hot baklava.
  8. Let soak and cool before serving.

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