ORANGE-PECAN BAKLAVA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Chop the pecans and walnuts in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add the Sweet Wintery Spice Blend and pulse to combine.
- Using a pastry brush, brush the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with some melted butter. Add 2 sheets of phyllo, then brush with more butter. Continue in this manner until you have stacked 10 sheets of phyllo. Cover with a quarter of the nut mixture.
- Add 5 sheets of phyllo, brushing with butter after the second and the fourth sheets. After the fifth sheet, add another quarter of the nut mixture. Repeat adding 5 sheets and a quarter of the nut mixture two more times.
- Top with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing with butter every 2 sheets. Brush extra butter on the top. Cut diagonal strips about 1 inch apart. Cut another row of diagonal strips in the opposite direction.
- Bake until golden and crispy, 75 to 90 minutes. Check for doneness after 1 hour by lifting the top layers of phyllo from the center to reveal the nut mixture--the phyllo should look dry-ish and crisp.
- As soon as the baklava comes out of the oven, pour the Orange-Honey Syrup over the top. Let sit for at least 5 hours to allow the syrup to soak in.
- Cut the baklava into diamonds. It will keep for 5 days covered with plastic wrap.
- Mix together the sugar, cinnamon, allspice, cardamom and cloves in a small bowl until well combined. Store in a small, airtight container.
- Add the honey, sugar, cinnamon sticks, orange zest and 2 cups water to a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until thickened slightly, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the orange juice and vanilla extract; cook another 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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MD Rafat
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!
[email protected] ariful
[email protected]This baklava is a great way to use up leftover oranges and pecans.
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[email protected]I've never made baklava before, but this recipe made it easy. I'm so glad I tried it!
Yea shin hasan shawyon
[email protected]This baklava is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Gandip Yadav
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of baklava, but this recipe changed my mind. The orange and pecan flavors are amazing together.
Dennis Kolbe
[email protected]This baklava is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert.
Jenn Chavez
[email protected]I made this baklava for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Vijan Pandey
[email protected]This baklava is so flaky and delicious. I can't stop eating it!
Hekmat Mohammadi Hekmat
[email protected]I love the combination of orange and pecans in this baklava. It's a great dessert for any occasion.
Teodor Ivanoff
[email protected]This was my first time making baklava, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the baklava was delicious.
Jeandre LecornuVanZyl
[email protected]I've made this baklava several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The orange zest and pecans give it a unique flavor that everyone loves.
Giovanni Quiroga
[email protected]This baklava was a hit at my party! The orange and pecan flavors were a perfect combination, and the baklava was flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.