Apple And Honey Baklava Recipe

Ingredients for Apple And Honey Baklava

• 1 package (14 oz) phyllo pastry, thawed
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• Apple Pie Filling
• Almonds
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup honey

How to Make Apple And Honey Baklava

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples with the cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat.
3. Lay out one sheet of phyllo pastry in the prepared pan, brushing it lightly with melted butter. Repeat with 10 more sheets, ensuring each layer is brushed with butter.
4. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
5. Top with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer with butter.
6. Using a sharp knife, score the baklava into diamond shapes or squares.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
8. While the baklava is baking, prepare the honey syrup: In a saucepan, combine the honey, water, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
9. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
10. Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the hot honey syrup over the top.
11. Let the baklava cool completely before serving. The syrup will soak in and create an amazing texture.
12. Garnish with chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional).