Pastries

Moroccan Orange Blossom Baklava

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Moroccan Orange Blossom Baklava
Luscious layers of phyllo pastry, filled with nuts and drizzled with fragrant orange blossom syrup.

Delve into the aromatic world of Moroccan pastries with our unique take on the traditional baklava. Infused with the delicate scent of orange blossoms and layered with finely chopped nuts, this pastry is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your eyes. Its golden-brown crust gives way to a crunchy, nutty interior, all soaked in a luscious syrup that’s both sweet and fragrant.

“Baklava: A symphony of flavors wrapped in the tender embrace of phyllo.”

Highlights

  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours (including cooling)
  • Servings: 24 pieces
  • Calories: 290kcal per piece

Ingredients

For the Pastry:
  • 16 sheets of phyllo pastry, thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cups mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, and walnuts), finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
For the Syrup:
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange blossom water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pastry: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a baking dish with melted butter. Lay one sheet of phyllo in the dish, brush it lightly with butter, and repeat until you have five layers.

  2. Mix Nuts and Spices: In a bowl, combine chopped nuts, cinnamon, and orange blossom water. Mix well to ensure even distribution of flavors.

  3. Assemble the Baklava: Spread a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo sheets in the dish. Continue adding layers: five sheets of phyllo brushed with butter, then another layer of nuts, repeating until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a top layer of seven buttered phyllo sheets.

  4. Cut and Bake: Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square pieces. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.

  5. Prepare the Syrup: While the baklava bakes, combine sugar, water, honey, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in orange blossom water.

  6. Finish with Syrup: Once baked, immediately pour the hot syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Allow it to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for this recipe, keep in mind that it may vary based on ingredients selected or substituted:

  • Serving: 1 piece
  • Calories: 290kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 16g (saturated fat: 9g)
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 21g

Indulge in the sweet, nutty, and floral notes of this Moroccan Orange Blossom Baklava. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a personal treat, each bite is a delightful blend of tradition and innovation. Pair it with mint tea for an authentic Moroccan experience, allowing the subtle flavors to dance on your palate. Enjoy this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of Morocco in every layer!

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