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Cinnamon Bun Baklava

Cinnamon Bun Baklava


  • Author: Elena Bennett
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Cinnamon Bun Baklava is a delightful fusion of traditional baklava and cinnamon rolls, layered with spiced sugar and drizzled with maple syrup.


Ingredients

  • Phyllo Dough: The base of baklava, providing the signature flaky texture. Ensure it is thawed before use.
  • Brown Sugar: Adds caramel-like sweetness and depth to the filling blend.
  • Cinnamon: The star spice that gives the baklava its warm flavor.
  • Walnuts: Finely chopped to add texture and richness.
  • Butter: Used to layer the phyllo, ensuring it’s rich and crispy.
  • Maple Syrup: This will be drizzled over the baklava, creating a sweet glaze and enhancing the flavors.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the chopped walnuts, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
  3. Lay a sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the prepared dish and brush lightly with melted butter. Repeat this process with several layers (about 8), brushing each layer with butter.
  4. Spoon a thin layer of the walnut mixture over the phyllo dough and then repeat the layering process: more phyllo, more butter, and then the walnut mixture until all ingredients are used.
  5. Top with a final layer of phyllo dough, brushing the top layer generously with butter.
  6. Cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes before placing it in the oven.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the baklava is golden brown and crispy.
  8. While the baklava is baking, prepare the maple syrup glaze by heating maple syrup in a saucepan until warm.
  9. Once the baklava is baked, pour the warm maple syrup evenly over the baklava.
  10. Let the baklava cool before serving to enjoy the full flavor!

Notes

  • Use Fresh Phyllo: Ensure your phyllo dough is fresh for the best texture and flavor. Thaw it completely in the refrigerator before use.
  • Brush Generously: Don’t skip on the butter! Each layer of the phyllo should be adequately brushed with butter to achieve that golden crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 100
  • Fat: 16
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Carbohydrates: 23
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 30

Keywords: Cinnamon Buff Baklava, Baklava Recipe, Dessert