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Pistachio Baklava

Pistachio Baklava

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Plant-based

Description

Pistachio Baklava is a delightful layered pastry dessert featuring flaky phyllo dough, a generous filling of finely chopped pistachios, and a fragrant sweet syrup made with natural ingredients. This recipe captures the authentic Mediterranean flavors, offering a crunchy texture and customizable sweetness ideal for celebrations or everyday indulgence. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it brings an exotic yet comforting treat to your table.

Ingredients

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Pastry and Filling

  • 12 oz phyllo dough sheets
  • 2 cups chopped pistachios
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (plant-based), melted
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (natural)

Syrup

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (natural)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the nut filling: Finely chop the pistachios so the pieces are small and even in size. Mix the chopped nuts with cinnamon (natural) to infuse warm spice into the mixture.
  2. Layer the phyllo dough: Gently unroll the phyllo dough and keep it covered with a slightly damp cloth to prevent drying out. Butter a baking dish generously using melted plant-based butter. Place the first sheet of phyllo in the dish and brush it lightly with melted butter. Continue layering and brushing each sheet until half of the sheets are used.
  3. Spread the nut mixture: Evenly sprinkle the prepared pistachio and cinnamon mixture over the layered phyllo sheets in the baking dish, ensuring full coverage for that signature nutty crunch.
  4. Complete the layering: Add the remaining phyllo sheets on top of the nuts, brushing each layer with melted plant-based butter to create a golden and tender crust. Press the layers gently, then cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes before baking.
  5. Bake to perfection: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is crisp, golden, and fragrant.
  6. Prepare the syrup: While baking, combine sugar, water, lemon juice (natural), apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent in a saucepan. Bring it to a gentle boil, then simmer until slightly thickened and syrupy.
  7. Pour syrup over baklava: Once the baklava is baked, immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over the hot pastry, allowing the syrup to soak into every layer. Let the baklava cool completely to develop full flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Always keep phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying and cracking.
  • Brush melted plant-based butter evenly on each layer for consistent flakiness and golden browning.
  • Chop pistachios finely but avoid grinding to maintain crunchy texture.
  • Pour warm syrup over warm baklava for optimal absorption and flavor melding.
  • Score the pastry into diamonds or squares before baking to make serving easier and more elegant.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1/16 of recipe)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pistachio baklava, layered pastry, nut dessert, Mediterranean dessert, phyllo dough pastry, sweet syrup dessert, plant-based baklava

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/pistachio-baklava/