PEACH BAKLAVA
I LOVE peaches. In the summer when peaches are ripe and juicy, this is a wonderfully decadent dessert. It isn't for anyone who is counting calories though. If you're having guests, this can be prepared ahead of time.
Provided by Julie in TX
Categories Dessert
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine walnuts, 1 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and put aside.
- Melt 1 stick of butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the chopped peaches and simmer until the mixture is thick. This should take about 25 minutes. Mash the softened peaches with the back of a spoon. Transfer the peach mixture to a shallow pan and chill completely in the refrigerator.
- Melt the remaining butter. Grease a 10 X 16 X 2 inch pan. Remove the phyllo sheets from the package and wrap in a damp towel. Working quickly, brush a sheet with butter and place it in the greased pan. Repeat this process with 7 more sheets of phyllo.
- Sprinkle 1/2 of the nut mixture over the pastry sheets. Brush 5 more sheets with butter and layer over the nut mixture. Spread the cooled peach mixture over the pastry. Top the peaches with another 5 buttered phyllo sheets. Spread the pastry with the remaining nut mixture. Top with 7 more buttered sheets. Top with 1 remaining phyllo sheet that is without butter.
- With a small sharp knife, cut the pastry into 1 1/2 X 1 1/2 inch diamonds by making diagonal cuts. Make sure that you cut all the way to the bottom. Using a spray bottle filled with water, spritz the top of the pastry generously to prevent curling in the oven. Bake in a 325 degree oven for 6o to 90 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Place the remaining 2 cups sugar, water, cloves, remaining 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and orange and lemon zest in a small saucepan over medium heat. Boil for 10 minutes, then add honey and allow to cool slightly. Strain the syrup and set aside. When the baklava comes out of the oven, pour the syrup mixture over the pastry. Chill the pastry in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1001.4, Fat 64.9, SaturatedFat 23, Cholesterol 81.3, Sodium 403.3, Carbohydrate 104.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 78, Protein 10.9
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Uchenna Njoku
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.
David Quevedo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this baklava again.
Helena Asare
[email protected]My family loved this baklava! It was a perfect ending to our meal.
Cheree Graham
[email protected]Yum! This is the best baklava I've ever had.
Azra Abass
[email protected]5 stars! This baklava is amazing! The peaches are so juicy and the filo dough is perfectly flaky.
denice omary
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dessert. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort.
Alif Rohan
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this baklava. The peaches give it a really nice sweetness that pairs perfectly with the walnuts.
ratcone
[email protected]This was my first time making baklava and it was surprisingly easy! The recipe was clear and concise, and the baklava turned out beautifully. It was a big hit with my family and friends.
Cute Babies
[email protected]I've made baklava many times before, but this peach version is definitely my new favorite. The peaches add a wonderful sweetness and juiciness that really takes this dessert to the next level.
Chelsea Kaylin
[email protected]This peach baklava was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet peaches, flaky filo dough, and nutty walnuts was simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.