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Sweet Baklava Bites Recipe

Baklava is a famous sweet pastry originating back to the Ottoman Empire, where it was often enjoyed as a luxurious treat. This dessert is made by layering thin sheets of filo pastry with chopped nuts, usually pistachios or walnuts, and sweetening it with syrup or honey. Baklava has become a popular dessert in many Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan regions, with each country adding its own twist.

Baklava bites offer a smaller version of the traditional dessert, making it easy to enjoy without the commitment of a whole slice. These mini treats are perfect for sharing at gatherings, surprise school lunch treats or serving as a bite sized after dinner sweet. The flaky pastry and nutty filling provide a satisfying crunch with every bite.

This recipe should make approximately 12 baklava bites.

Baklava Tips

  • Use can use store bought filo pastry to save time and effort.
  • Keep the filo pastry covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out and breaking.
  • Melt the butter fully before brushing it on the filo pastry for even coverage. Make sure you do not burn the butter as it melts.
  • Chop the nuts finely so they fit well and cover the bite sized portions.
  • Let the baklava cool completely before adding the syrup to avoid sogginess.

Ingredients

  • 200 g filo pastry sheets, cut into 10 cm squares
  • 100 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 150 g mixed nuts (pistachios, walnuts, or almonds), finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 100 ml honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tray with paper cases.
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped nuts, sugar, and cinnamon together.
  3. Brush a filo pastry square with melted butter and place another sheet on top, repeating for three layers. 
  4. Place the layered filo in a muffin case. Repeat with the remaining filo sheets.
  5. Fill each pastry case with a tablespoon of the nut mixture. Fold the edges of the filo pastry over to enclose the filling.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
  7. While the baklava bites are baking, heat the honey and lemon juice in a saucepan until combined. 
  8. Set aside to cool slightly.
  9. Once the baklava bites are out of the oven, drizzle the honey mixture over them. Let them sit for at least 1 hour to absorb the syrup.

Savour these delicious baklava bites with a cup of tea or coffee. For more tasty treats, check out our Baked Cheesecake Recipe | Classic Baked Cheesecake Recipe.

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Joana Camato

Joana Camato

Busy mom of 2 juggling customer service, SEO analysis, writing, and content management! When I'm not wrangling words or kids, I love getting lost in a good book, whipping up something delicious, or exploring new places.

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