Baklavas Light Version Recipe

Indulge in a guilt-free treat! This Baklava Light Version skips the butter, but not the flavor! Crispy phyllo layers are filled with a fragrant cinnamon-walnut mixture and drizzled with honey for a deliciously light and satisfying dessert. Perfect for those watching their calories without compromising on taste.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 1213.4 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Baklavas Light Version

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How to Make Baklavas Light Version

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup finely chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. Lightly brush the bottom of a 9x13 inch parallelogram baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  4. Lay down one sheet of phyllo pastry. Gently brush with olive oil. Fold up the sides about 1 inch.
  5. Repeat with two more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with oil and folding sides.
  6. Spread the walnut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
  7. Layer the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each one with olive oil and folding sides in. Trim any overhanging phyllo with a sharp knife.
  8. Using a sharp knife, cut the top layer of phyllo into medium-sized diamond shapes (approximately 4cm apart).
  9. Bake for 50 minutes, or until the baklava is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with 1/4 cup of honey.
  11. While the honey is still warm, carefully press one whole clove into the center of each diamond-shaped piece of baklava.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

64g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baklavas Light Version?

Baklavas Light Version takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baklavas Light Version?

Baklavas Light Version has approximately 1213.4 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 159 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baklavas Light Version?

The key ingredients for Baklavas Light Version are Phyllo Pastry, Walnuts, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Honey, Sugar, Ground Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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