Baklava

Directions

1. Combine the nuts with the fine ground cinnamon, but do not mix them into a paste. ≈ 4 min
2. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and set aside. ⏱ ≈ 7 min
3. Line a baking pan with parchment paper. ≈ 3 min
4. Count the sheets of filo pastry and divide them into eight equal portions. Place one portion at the bottom of the baking dish. ≈ 3 min
5. Divide the nuts into seven portions. ≈ 3 min
6. Brush the dough with melted butter and spread a portion of dried fruit evenly over it. ≈ 4 min
7. Cover another eight slices of pastry and repeat until all the dough and filling are used. ≈ 3 min
8. Using a sharp knife, cut the cake into eight star-shaped pieces, similar to the branches of the British flag. ≈ 8 min
9. Bake in the oven at 180 °C for 25 minutes, then let it cool. ⏱ 25 min
10. In a clean saucepan, combine the vanilla, honey, sugar, and water and bring to a boil. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly and reaches about 240 ml. Remove from heat and let cool. ⏱ ≈ 20 min
11. Pour evenly coat the baklava, pour the syrup over it, ensuring each piece is covered. ≈ 3 min
12. Allow to cool completely before serving. ⏱ ≈ 20 min