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Tahini-Honey Baklava Bars

These delicious Tahini-Honey Baklava Bars combine the nutty flavor of tahini with the sweetness of honey, layered with crispy phyllo pastry for a unique twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 package phyllo dough thawed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1 cup almonds chopped
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Filling
  • 1 cup tahini
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup water
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup honey for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, sugar, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
  4. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of phyllo in the dish and brush it with more melted butter. Repeat this process, layering 8 sheets of phyllo.
  5. Spread the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
  6. Layer another 8 sheets of phyllo on top of the nut mixture, brushing each sheet with butter.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into bars or diamond shapes.
Prepare the Filling and Bake
  1. In a bowl, mix tahini, honey, and water until smooth.
  2. Pour the tahini mixture evenly over the baklava in the baking dish.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately drizzle with 1/4 cup honey.
  2. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
  3. Allow to cool completely before cutting and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

For best results, let the baklava sit for a few hours or overnight before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

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