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Spicy Arabian Almond Baklava
A Middle Eastern-inspired dessert that combines crunchy phyllo, sweet almond paste, and a hint of heat from the spicy nuts.
⏱70 min🍽12 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 package (usually 20-24 sheets) Flaky Pastry (Phyllo)
- ●1 cup Spicy Almonds
- ●1 cup Saudi Arabian Almond Paste
- ●1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ●1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- ●1/2 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
- ●1/4 teaspoon Salt
- ●Preheated oven Bake
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 2
Thaw the phyllo pastry according to the package instructions.
- 3
Mix together almond paste, sugar, cardamom, and salt in a bowl.
- 4
Arrange 4-5 sheets of phyllo in a baking dish, brushing with melted butter.
- 5
Spread a quarter of the almond paste mixture over the phyllo.
- 6
Repeat the phyllo and almond paste layers 2 more times.
- 7
Top with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing with melted butter.
- 8
Cut the baklava into diamond-shaped pieces and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
While still warm, sprinkle with spicy almonds and let cool completely.
- 10
Serve at room temperature, or warm if preferred.