Vegan Baklava with a Greek Twist

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 package phyllo pastry sheets, thawed (approx. 450g)
• 1 cup almonds, finely chopped
• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup pistachios, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp rosewater

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped nuts, cinnamon, and orange zest.
3. 3.Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted vegan butter.
4. 4.Place a sheet of phyllo pastry in the bottom of the dish and brush it with melted vegan butter.
5. 5.Repeat the process with 6 more sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each layer with melted vegan butter.
6. 6.Spread half of the nut mixture over the top of the phyllo pastry layers.
7. 7.Place another sheet of phyllo pastry on top of the nut mixture and brush it with melted vegan butter.
8. 8.Repeat the process with 6 more sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each layer with melted vegan butter.
9. 9.Spread the remaining nut mixture over the top of the phyllo pastry layers.
10. 10.Top the nut mixture with the remaining sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each layer with melted vegan butter.
11. 11.Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond-shaped pieces.
12. 12.Bake the baklava for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
13. 13.While the baklava is baking, make the syrup by combining the sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
14. 14.Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
15. 15.Simmer the syrup for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
16. 16.Stir in the rosewater and remove the syrup from the heat.
17. 17.When the baklava is done, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the syrup over the top of the hot baklava.
18. 18.Allow the baklava to cool completely before serving.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightMake sure to thaw the phyllo pastry according to the instructions on the package.
• chevron_rightUse a sharp knife to cut the baklava into diamond-shaped pieces.
• chevron_rightAllow the baklava to cool completely before serving.