Mock Baklava Kataifi Recipe

Craving baklava but short on time? This Mock Baklava Kataifi recipe delivers all the crispy, nutty, and syrupy goodness in just 30 minutes! Made with shredded wheat, it's a surprisingly easy and delicious alternative to traditional baklava, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant dessert.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 491.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mock Baklava Kataifi

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How to Make Mock Baklava Kataifi

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup water, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 15 minutes, or until the syrup thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Lightly grease a shallow baking pan (9x13 inch recommended). Arrange the shredded wheat halves in a single layer in the prepared pan.
  5. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the shredded wheat.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shredded wheat is lightly browned and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle half of the chopped nuts over the bottom layer of shredded wheat. Drizzle half of the warm syrup over the nuts.
  8. Carefully top with the remaining shredded wheat halves.
  9. Drizzle the remaining syrup evenly over the top layer.
  10. Spoon any excess syrup evenly over the biscuits ensuring they're well coated.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining nuts over the top.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

241g

Fat

54g

Carbs

21g