Bring the magic of the holidays to your dessert table with this Christmas Baklava — a festive twist on the classic Middle Eastern treat! Layers of buttery phyllo dough, crunchy spiced nuts, and sweet cinnamon-honey syrup come together in a dessert that’s crispy, sticky, warm, and irresistibly nostalgic.
Infused with flavors like cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of orange zest, this baklava is perfect for Christmas gatherings, edible gifts, or cozy winter nights with hot tea.
Ingredients
For the Nut Filling:
2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, and almonds), finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
2 tablespoons sugar
For the Layers:
1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
For the Christmas Syrup:
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 cinnamon stick
2–3 whole cloves
1 strip of orange peel
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
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