Nutella Topped Baklava
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Baklava is a classic Mediterranean dessert known for its layers of flaky phyllo dough, crunchy nuts, and sweet syrup. This Nutella baklava recipe adds a modern twist to the traditional treat by drizzling it with rich Nutella hazelnut spread. Perfect for dessert lovers, this fusion recipe combines the buttery goodness of baklava with the creamy, chocolate-hazelnut flavor of Nutella.
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Honey Simple Syrup
ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Nut Filling
ingredients
- 4 1/2 cup walnuts
- 2 teaspoons ground cardamom
For the Phyllo Layers
ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup Nutella®, for topping
To make the simple syrup:
Method
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Step 2
Stir in honey and vanilla extract, then lower the heat to medium-low. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely.
To make the nut filling:
Step 1
In a food processor, pulse walnuts until finely chopped (about 15-20 pulses). Transfer to a bowl, add ground cardamom, and mix to coat the nuts evenly. Set aside.
To assemble and bake the baklava:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Butter a 9x13-inch non-stick baking pan. If necessary, trim the phyllo dough sheets to fit the pan.
Step 2
Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough in the bottom of the pan, brushing each one with melted butter before adding the next.
Step 3
Spread ¾ cup of the walnut filling evenly over the phyllo.
Step 4
Add 4 more buttered phyllo sheets, then another ¾ cup of the nut filling.
Step 5
Continue layering (4 buttered phyllo sheets + nut filling) until the filling is used up.
Step 6
Finish with 10 buttered phyllo sheets on top.
Step 7
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Step 8
Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the cooled honey syrup over the top. Let the baklava cool completely at room temperature, uncovered.
Step 9
Once cooled, drizzle with Nutella hazelnut spread before serving.