Easy Baklava Recipe

1 hr 30 min Prep: 30 min Cook: 55 min
Serves: 30 Save

Ingredients (11)

  • For the Simple Syrup:
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • For the Baklava:
  • 4 cups walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces phyllo dough (about 40 pieces), thawed according to directions on the package

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Directions

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