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Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath

Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath: A Festive Delight to Share

Delight in the festive Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath, blending flaky phyllo, rich nuts, and creamy custard for a show-stopping holiday dessert.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nut Mixture
  • 1 cup walnuts or pistachios finely chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Phyllo Dough
  • 1 package phyllo dough sheets
  • ½ cup melted butter
For the Honey Syrup
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup water
For the Custard
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Finish
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Nut Mixture: In a bowl, combine walnuts or pistachios, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Preheat and Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and brush a baking dish with melted butter.
  3. Layer the Phyllo Dough: Layer half of the phyllo dough sheets in the baking dish, brushing each with melted butter.
  4. Add the Nut Topping: Evenly sprinkle the nut mixture over the phyllo layers.
  5. Complete the Phyllo Layers: Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing with butter.
  6. Shape the Wreath: Cut through all layers into a circular wreath shape.
  7. Bake the Wreath: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the Honey Syrup: Combine honey, water, and granulated sugar in a saucepan and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Warm the Milk Mixture: Heat milk with a bit of sugar in another saucepan.
  10. Whisk the Custard Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla, then add the warm milk mixture.
  11. Thicken the Custard: Cook the custard mixture over medium heat, stirring until it thickens.
  12. Soak the Baklava: Pour the honey syrup over the hot wreath and let it soak for 20 minutes.
  13. Add the Custard: Pour the custard into the center of the wreath.
  14. Finish and Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and cut into pieces to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This wreath can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, and it's an impressive centerpiece for holiday gatherings.

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