Vegan Baklava
Indulge in the irresistible layers of crisp, golden phyllo dough, sweetened nutty filling, and luscious syrup with this vegan baklava recipe. Tailored for plant-based lifestyles, this dessert combines a medley of walnuts, pistachios, or almonds with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, creating a decadent yet balanced flavor profile. Melt-in-your-mouth vegan butter holds the flaky layers together, while a homemade syrup made with agave, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla infuses the baklava with rich, sticky sweetness. Perfectly baked and soaked overnight for the ultimate flavor absorption, this Vegan Baklava is a crowd-pleaser suited for any occasion. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, it’s an elegant, dairy-free, and vegan twist on a classic Middle Eastern dessert. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this recipe offers a plant-based delight that's impossible to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 sheets Phyllo dough
- 2 cups Mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, or almonds, roughly chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.75 cups Vegan butter
- 0.75 cups Agave syrup
- 0.25 cups Water
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped nuts, cinnamon, and ground cloves. Set aside.
Melt the vegan butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Brush a thin layer of melted butter onto the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
Layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough in the baking dish, brushing each sheet lightly with melted vegan butter before adding the next.
Spread half of the nut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
Add another 4 sheets of phyllo dough on top of the nuts, brushing each sheet with melted vegan butter as before.
Spread the remaining nut mixture evenly over this second layer of phyllo dough.
Finish with the remaining 4 sheets of phyllo dough, again brushing each layer with melted vegan butter.
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into desired shapes (squares or diamonds, for example).
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.
While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup. In a small saucepan, combine the agave syrup, water, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Once the baklava is done baking, immediately pour the warm syrup over it, making sure to cover all the cuts and edges evenly.
Allow the baklava to sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to fully absorb the syrup.
Serve and enjoy your delicious, flaky Vegan Baklava!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 269.2 g | 345% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.1 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2922 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 462.0 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 232.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1892 mg | 40% | |
*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.
