Nut Baklava using a Thermomix
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Imagine a sweet symphony of flaky pastry and nutty goodness that dances on your taste buds – that's Nut Baklava for you! Originating from the Middle East, this delectable dessert has been stealing hearts for centuries, with each layer of golden pastry whispering stories of ancient trade routes and exotic spices. The secret to its irresistible charm lies in the perfect balance of crunchy nuts, fragrant orange blossom water, and a luscious honey syrup that soaks into every crevice. Fun fact: baklava is often served during celebrations, making it the ultimate party guest who always brings joy and sweetness to the table. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to indulge in a slice of history, one delicious bite at a time!
Ingredients
- 150 g Nut
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 0.05 Teaspoon(s) Cinnamon powder
- 150 g Butter
- 1 Tablespoon(s) Orange blossom water
- 150 g Water
- 150 g Honey
Steps
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- Line a baking mold with parchment paper.
- Add 375 g homemade puff pastry on a workplan.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into two equal halves.
- Add 150 g of nut, 100 g of granulated sugar, 0 teaspoon(s) of cinnamon powder in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 8sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Add 150 g of butter on the workplan.
- Spread one half of the puff pastry in the baking mold and brush it with melted butter.
- Next, add half of the nut mixture onto the puff pastry.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 with the second half of the puff pastry and the remaining nut mixture.
- Brush the top of the pastry with the remaining melted butter.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 30min to 35min.
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon(s) of orange blossom water, 150 g of water, 150 g of honey in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10:00min / 90°C / Speed .
- Once the pastry is out of the oven, pour the warm honey syrup over it.
- Allow the pastry to cool and let it soak up the syrup for about 1 to 2 hours.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Baklava.
