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Ethereal Keto Baklava

Discover this keto baklava recipe, an ethereal fusion of traditional Turkish flavors and low-carb indulgence for your next dessert experience.

🕒 Prep: 20 mins - Cook: 45 mins - Total: 65 mins
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Turkish

Allergens

Nuts, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 8 oz almonds, finely chopped
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tbsp sugar substitute
  • 1 lb phyllo dough sheets (keto friendly)
  • 3/4 cup boiling water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Melt the butter and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix chopped almonds, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar substitute.
  4. Lay out phyllo sheets on a clean surface.
  5. Brush each sheet with melted butter and stack them, alternating layers with buttered parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  6. Carefully cut the layered stack into 2 inch wide strips.
  7. Place the almond mixture evenly along one end of the phyllo strip.
  8. Roll up the strip tightly and place it seam side down in a buttered baking dish.
  9. Repeat with remaining sheets, leaving some space between each roll for expansion.
  10. Pour boiling water over the rolls and bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Chef’s Insight

This keto baklava is not only a delight for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes with its golden layers intertwined like threads of spun gold.

Notes

This keto baklava recipe is a perfect indulgence for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet.

Cultural or Historical Background

Baklava has been a staple in Turkish cuisine since the days of the Ottoman Empire, where it was served at grand feasts and royal banquets.