Zoë’s Baklava

You may have noticed that Gazelle Horns weren’t the only goodies on the Sisters of Salome‘s dessert tray.

One of the dancers, Zoë Smith, also made baklava, and agreed to share the recipe with Crustcrumbs.  Since this recipe wasn’t tested by John, the measurements aren’t in weights.

Gazelle Horns & Baklava

Zoë’s Baklava Recipe

Pastry:
1 Box Phyllo sheets
1/2 Cup Melted Butter

Filling:
1 Cup Walnuts
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
1/4 Cup Whole Cloves

Syrup:
1/2 Cup Water
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup Honey

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Brush a 12″ x 8″ pan with melted butter, then layer 16-20 sheets of phyllo into the pan, brushing each one with butter.
  3. In a bowl, mix all of the filling ingredients, then spread evenly in the pan.
  4. Layer 12 more phyllo sheets on top of the filling, brushing each with butter.
  5. Use a cutting wheel to cut baklava into the desired size and shape (Zoë used 2″ squares).
  6. Stick one clove into each piece.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. When finished, bring all syrup ingredients to a boil, and pour over warm baklava.  It should just reach the top layer.
  9. Cool and serve.

Sisters of Salome

Thanks again to the Sisters of Salome for inviting us to their event!  You should check out their Facebook page here.

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