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Baklava
How to order / say it
Say it
Μπακλαβάς — [bak-la-VAH]
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I'd like the baklava, please.
Locally
Θα ήθελα τον μπακλαβά, παρακαλώ.
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Layered pastry with nuts and honey syrup.
Why try it?
Baklava is a symbol of Greek celebration, often shared during festivities and special occasions. It reflects the centuries-old theme of sweetness in Athenian culture, balancing richness and indulgence.
How it tastes
Crisp layers of buttery phyllo enclose a spiced nut filling, drenched in fragrant honey syrup, making it a luscious and sticky sweet treat.
Origin & History — first documented: 1400
With origins debated between the Ottoman Empire and Ancient Greece, baklava became popular in Athens during the Ottoman period, evolving over centuries into a celebrated dessert.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g phyllo dough
- 🥜 200 g walnuts
- 🍯 150 ml honey
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
- 🍋 15 ml lemon juice
Method
- 1 Chop walnuts and mix with cinnamon.
- 2 Layer phyllo sheets with melted butter and walnut mixture.
- 3 Bake at 180°C until golden brown.
- 4 Pour warm honey syrup over baked baklava and let soak before serving.
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