Elysian Delights: Greek Honey-Infused Baklava Bites

Allergens

Nuts (walnuts)

Ingredients

• 12 sheets of phyllo pastry 1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup honey 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon orange zest Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Light a candle and cast a warm, golden glow over the kitchen.
2. In a bowl, combine walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir gently, as if you're whispering sweet secrets to the mixture.
3. Lay out one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface. Brush with melted butter, then repeat with 11 more sheets, creating a stack of buttery layers.
4. Sprinkle a generous portion of the walnut mixture over the top layer of phyllo.
5. With precision and grace, cut the stack into 2 inch squares, like a delicate dance between sweet and savory.
6. Arrange the baklava bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, creating a dazzling display of golden treasures.
7. Bake for 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crisp.
8. While the baklava bites bake, combine honey, lemon juice, and orange zest in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together like a love song.
9. Remove the baklava bites from the oven and pour the warmed honey mixture over them, letting it cascade down like liquid gold.
10. Allow the baklava bites to cool for 15 minutes before serving, so they can absorb the sweet nectar.

Chef’s Insight

The harmony of flavors in this recipe is a nod to ancient Greek culinary tradition.

Notes

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