BAKLAVA WITH ROSE WATER

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 32 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)
For the baklava:
1 pound chopped walnuts, pistachios, hazelnuts and/or almonds (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
18 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed

Steps:

  • Make the syrup: Bring 2 cups water, the sugar and honey to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium low; simmer until the sugar is dissolved and the syrup is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 20 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and rose water. Pour into a large liquid measuring cup or heatproof bowl and refrigerate until ready to use (or up to 1 day).
  • Make the baklava: Position a rack in the lower third of the oven; preheat to 375 degrees F. Pulse the nuts, confectioners' sugar and cinnamon in a food processor until coarsely ground. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the vanilla and salt.
  • Brush the bottom and sides of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Trim the phyllo to 9 by 13 inches with kitchen shears (fig. A); cover with a damp towel. Lay 1 sheet of phyllo in the prepared baking dish and brush with butter. Repeat with 5 more sheets of phyllo, buttering each sheet. Scatter about 3/4 cup of the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo stack. Top with 2 more sheets of phyllo, buttering each sheet, then top with another 3/4 cup of the nut mixture. Repeat to make 2 more layers (use 2 sheets of buttered phyllo and 3/4 cup nut mixture for each layer), then top with the remaining 6 sheets of phyllo, buttering each sheet (fig. B). Scatter the remaining nut mixture on top.
  • Cut the baklava into 32 triangles (fig. C). Transfer to the oven and bake until golden brown and crisp, about 40 minutes (tent with foil if the nuts are browning too quickly).
  • Remove from the oven and pour the prepared syrup evenly over the top. Let the syrup soak in, at least 2 hours.

Sojol Mitro
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This recipe looks delicious. I'm going to have to try it soon.


Ibrahm hamza
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Sufyan Sufyanaligujjar110
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I've never made baklava before, but this recipe made it easy.


Jaliyah Parks
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This baklava is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort.


Khan Ebad
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I'm definitely going to make this baklava again.


Chhoisang Gyaba
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This is a great recipe for special occasions.


Owusu Collins
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves baklava.


Abood Albalushi
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Overall, this is a great recipe for baklava. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Micheal Sawyer
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This recipe was a bit confusing to follow, but the baklava turned out great in the end.


Barbara Morrison
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The baklava was a bit dry, but the flavor was still good.


Shashi Rai
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This baklava was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.


Chayuth Xiong
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I love the addition of rose water in this recipe. It gives the baklava a wonderful floral aroma and flavor.


Esi Thalot
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This was my first time making baklava and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the baklava was delicious.


Md,Shakil Ahmmed
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The baklava is so flavorful and moist.


Ali AlEyan
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I've made this baklava a few times now and it always turns out perfect. The rose water adds a unique and delicious flavor.


Md: Shakib
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This baklava recipe with rose water was a hit at our last party! The combination of sweet, nutty, and floral flavors was divine.