Baklava is an exquisite pastry layered with nuts and sweetness, a culinary alchemy that offers a symphony of crunchy and tender textures enveloped in an aromatic spice profile.
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Preheat oven to 180°C (355°F).
Combine nuts, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Brush a dish with melted butter.
Layer half of the phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
Spread nut mixture evenly over phyllo layers.
Layer remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
Score the top layers of phyllo to form diamond shapes.
for 60 minutes until golden.
honey, water, cloves, and lemon peel for syrup; remove cloves and peel.
Pour hot syrup over warm baklava and let cool before serving.
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