“Sensational Gluten-Free Lebanese Baklava Bites: A Rich, Decadent Dessert for the Discerning Palate”
This gluten-free Baklava Bites recipe combines traditional Lebanese flavors with a modern twist. With its rich and decadent taste, perfect mouthfeel, and captivating aroma, it's an unforgettable dessert that'll impress guests at any special occasion. Enjoy a symphony of textures and flavors in each bite!
Allergens
Nuts (walnuts and almonds), trace dairy (butter)
Ingredients
- 10 oz walnuts, chopped
- 3 oz almonds, chopped
- 4 cups gluten
- free phyllo dough sheets
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup orange blossom water (or rose water)
- Pistachios, chopped, for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine chopped walnuts and almonds.
- Lay out two sheets of phyllo dough on the countertop. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle a layer of nuts mixture over the first sheet. Place the second sheet on top and repeat until all ingredients are layered in a stack.
- Cut the stack into 16 equal squares. Carefully transfer each square to the prepared baking pan, arranging them in rows.
- Brush the tops of the squares with melted butter and bake for 20 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- While the baklava bites are baking, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, water, vanilla extract, and orange blossom water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Once the baklava bites have cooled slightly, pour the cooled syrup evenly over them and allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh mint leaves before serving.
Chef’s Insight
To achieve a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ensure that each layer in the phyllo dough stack contains an even distribution of nuts and butter. This will give you a perfectly crispy and flaky baklava bite with every serving.
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