Spiced Honey & Walnut Baklava Bites with Chili Syrup

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Mix well.

   ~2 min
3. 3

   Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out.

4. 4

   Lay one sheet of phyllo dough flat. Brush generously with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and brush again with butter. Repeat this process for 4 layers of phyllo.

   ~5 min
5. 5

   Spread about 2 tablespoons of the walnut mixture evenly over the buttered phyllo layers. Do not overfill.

   ~3 min
6. 6

   Carefully roll up the phyllo from the long edge to form a tight log. Cut the log into 1-inch pieces.

   ~4 min
7. 7

   Place the cut pieces cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

   ~2 min
8. 8

   Repeat steps 4-7 until all phyllo dough and filling are used.

   ~30 min
9. 9

   Brush the tops of the baklava bites with any remaining melted butter.

   ~2 min
10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

    ~30 min
11. 11

    While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup. In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, chili flakes, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

    ~7 min
12. 12

    Simmer the syrup for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes.

    ~10 min
13. 13

    Once the baklava bites are out of the oven, immediately pour the warm chili syrup over them. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes before serving.

    ~15 min