Cookie Mix Baklava Bars
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of classic Middle Eastern baklava and buttery cookie bars with these Cookie Mix Baklava Bars. This clever recipe starts with a convenient sugar cookie mix base, topped with a decadent blend of pecans, walnuts, and pistachios, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a fragrant twist. A luscious honey syrup infused with lemon juice and vanilla seeps into every layer, creating a sticky-sweet treat that’s chewy, crunchy, and delightfully rich. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you crave a unique dessert, these baklava bars are easy to make yet taste gourmet. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a yield of 16 servings, they’re a quick and crowd-pleasing twist on a beloved classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package sugar cookie mix
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup walnuts
- 0.5 cup pistachios
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, melted butter, and egg until a soft dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the center is still soft.
While the cookie base is baking, prepare the nut mixture. Roughly chop the pecans, walnuts, and pistachios and mix them in a bowl with the ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
Once the cookie base comes out of the oven, evenly distribute the nut mixture over the top.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture begins to boil lightly. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Pour the honey syrup evenly over the nut mixture, ensuring it soaks into all areas.
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. This allows the syrup to fully set and infuse the bars.
Once cooled, cut into 16 squares or diamond shapes. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 285.2 g | 366% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.8 g | 319% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 88.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1537 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 614.9 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 409.3 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1934 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
