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Delicious Baklava Twists with layers of phyllo dough and nuts, drizzled with honey.

Baklava Twists

These delightful Baklava Twists are a fun and modern take on traditional baklava, combining crispy phyllo dough with a sweet nut filling and a rich syrup for a treat the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nut Filling
  • 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped or use pistachios for a variation
  • 1 cup almonds, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup sugar
For the Pastry
  • 1 package phyllo dough (about 16 oz), thawed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup honey
For the Syrup
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare the Syrup
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ¾ cup sugar, ¾ cup water, ¼ cup honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp lemon juice.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Set aside to cool.
Make the Nut Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup walnuts, 1 cup almonds, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and ¼ cup sugar. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare the Phyllo Dough
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Take the thawed phyllo dough and carefully unroll it. Cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
  3. On a clean surface, lay out one sheet of phyllo dough, brushing it with melted butter.
  4. Repeat this process with 4 sheets, brushing each one with butter as you layer them.
Assemble the Twists
  1. Spread a thin layer of the nut filling along one edge of the layered phyllo.
  2. Starting from the edge with the filling, gently roll the phyllo to form a log.
  3. Twist the log into a spiral shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  4. Repeat until all the phyllo and filling are used.
Bake and Finish
  1. Brush the tops of the twists with more melted butter.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Remove the twists from the oven and immediately drizzle with the cooled syrup, ensuring every piece gets a generous amount.
  4. Allow to cool briefly before serving.

Notes

Use a mix of nuts for variations. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.