Christmas Baklava

Christmas Baklava

Introduction

Christmas Baklava is a rich, festive dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. Layers of delicate phyllo dough are filled with a spiced nut mixture, baked to golden perfection, and drenched in a fragrant honey syrup infused with vanilla and lemon zest. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch with sweet, nutty goodness that’s impossible to resist. This treat is a showstopper on any dessert table and a holiday tradition in many households.

Ingredients

• ½ pound chopped pecans (about 225 g)
• ½ pound chopped walnuts (about 225 g)
• 2–3 tablespoons ground cinnamon (15–22 g)
• 1 pound package phyllo dough (about 16 oz / 450 g)
• 1 ½ cups butter, melted (340 g)
• 2 ½ cups honey (600 ml)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions