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Baklava Minis Recipe

Enjoy the rich, nutty flavor of baklava without the sticky mess! These adorable mini baklavas are perfect as a delightful dessert or elegant appetizer. Crisp, buttery shells filled with a warm cinnamon-nut mixture and a touch of honey – pure baklava bliss in bite-sized portions. While the specialty shells make these extra special, you can experiment with other small pastry shells if needed.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 503.1 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Baklava Minis 119

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baklava Minis

  • 15 mini phyllo cups
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 15 mini pastry shells

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How to Make Baklava Minis

  1. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30-45 seconds, or until melted. Stir to ensure it's completely melted.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the melted butter. Mix well with a spoon until the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans (or a combination). Mix until the nuts are evenly coated.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  5. Place the mini phyllo cups or pastry shells onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Spoon the nut mixture into each shell, filling them about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shells are golden brown and the filling is fragrant.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Once cooled, drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the mini baklavas, dividing it evenly among the shells. A single drop per shell is sufficient.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

42g

Carbs

17g

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