Mouthwatering Lebanese Vegetarian Baklava Rolls

Allergens

Nuts

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough, thawed
• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
2. In a small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix well to create the filling.
3. Lay out two sheets of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle a thin layer of the walnut mixture over the top. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape and place it seam side down on a parchment lined baking sheet.
4. Repeat step 3 until all the phyllo dough has been used and you have four rolls on the baking sheet, evenly spaced.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
6. In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes syrupy.
7. Drizzle the warm honey syrup over the baklava rolls and allow them to soak for 10 minutes before serving.

Chef’s Insight

Use a pastry brush to apply butter evenly onto the phyllo dough layers, ensuring a crispy texture.

Notes

Be sure to use high-quality phyllo dough for the best results.