Greek God’s Brunch: Honey-Almond Baklava Trifle
This recipe is a Paleo-friendly, Greek-inspired dessert featuring phyllo layers filled with almonds and walnuts, drenched in a sweet honey-cinnamon syrup.
Allergens
Tree nuts (almonds and walnuts)
Ingredients
- 8 sheets phyllo dough 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup slivered almonds 1 cup chopped walnuts 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup honey 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Brush the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with some melted butter, and then layer 4 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with butter. Sprinkle half of the almonds and walnuts evenly over the top layer. Combine cinnamon, cloves, and sugar in a small bowl, and sprinkle half of the mixture on top of the nuts. Layer 4 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with butter, and top with the remaining almonds, walnuts, and spice sugar mixture. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Chef’s Insight
Use high-quality honey for an authentic Greek flavor.
Notes
Use a light hand when layering the nuts and spices for an even distribution of flavors.