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  • Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
  • Made with layers of honey-soaked crispy, flakey phyllo and chopped nuts, this Baklava is a classic dessert that you will not be able to get enough of. It’s an easy make-ahead dessert that is perfect for any upcoming holidays or celebrations!
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    Prepare to impress your guests with this homemade baklava recipe! This stunning-looking baklava recipe requires less than ten ingredients to make, and you probably have most of the ingredients already. This baklava has a delicious and nutty taste with a crunchy and buttery texture that will melt in your mouth.
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  • @sevval9112
    @sevval9112 3 года назад +905

    As a Turkish whose mom is an expert in baking baklava here are some tips: You actually dont need to oil each layer of baklava my mom always makes her own dough and she always says that oiling each layer is a total waste of time after putting all your dough just melt the butter in high temperature and pour it on baklava while it is too hot before going to the oven .It will help it become more crispy. Oiling each layer actuallys wets the dough so much so it can be like doughy. Another thing is that for the syrup we use 1/1 ratio sugar and water. Honey is never used. And lastly When your butter is melting if you take the white things on top you get the perfect result cause these white thing may cause your baklava ‘s look burnt on top:)

    • @Diamond88keyz
      @Diamond88keyz 3 года назад +49

      His baklava looked so amazingly crispy and I've always heard it made with honey. Hats off to your mom too. I hope you will show us her version one day. I would love to see it. Blessings

    • @sevval9112
      @sevval9112 3 года назад +94

      I also think his baklava is amazing I just wanted to share the recipe baklava chefs in turkey do.The city which is known for baklava in Turkey is Gaziantep and I recommend everyone to watch Gaziantep baklava videos cause the culture behind the baklava is also amazing. I really do not wanna be misunderstood I can not despise this amazing baklava I just shared some tips about baklava since it is my counrty’s traditional dessert in case somebody needs :)

    • @mahaabbas5194
      @mahaabbas5194 3 года назад +3

      هل يضاف السيروب فوق الصينية و هو ساخن او بارد ؟

    • @sevval9112
      @sevval9112 3 года назад +15

      @@mahaabbas5194 Chefs are actually pour hot syrup over hot baklava this is original method .experts say you should see baklava moving like dancing while pouring syrup.some even put their baklava stove after they take them out of the oven then put the syrup while baklavas bottom bake BUT it is very risky method cause the degree and moist of your place should be perfect so mostly cold syrup are poured over hot baklava but I heard that some turkish mamas bake their baklava a day before like before bayram days and pour hot syrup but I am not sure about it.Guarantee method is cold syrup hot baklava👍👍

    • @katemitchell665
      @katemitchell665 3 года назад +12

      Well, this vegan is glad you shared the 1:1 ratio with no honey. Much appreciate your comment.

  • @rinav.8681
    @rinav.8681 3 года назад +183

    I'm Lebanese Armenian and if I may make few suggestions. Clarify butter is actually better cause it will prevent it from getting soggy as it sits after baking, the milk solids will soften the fillo sheets the next day so its best to clarify. The syrup is what is the distinction in cultures: Greeks use mainly honey/water/lemon juice combo, the middle eastern countries only use sugar/water/squeeze of lemon and a splash of orange blossom water. (Also splash of orange blossom water in the walnut mixture) Lemon is important in preventing the syrup from crystalizing. One other rule of thumb, one has to be hot the other has to be room temperature meaning; if the baklava is hot out of the oven then the syrup had to be make ahead of time and cooled at room temp then poured on top of the baklava. Or the opposite, to cool the baklava and then pour the hot syrup over it to absorb. If both are hot it will result in soggy baklava or if both are at room temp then the syrup will crystalize after pouring on baklava. Otherwise your recipe is very close to how its done traditionally.

    • @marymarkoy4885
      @marymarkoy4885 11 месяцев назад +4

      I agree with you, my giagia raised in Istanbul, made it with the walnuts inside, with cinnamon and some sugar and a bit of of ground clove...it gives a special kick! A must for the syrup one cup sugar, 2 cups water, a lemon and while it's boiling a stick of cinnamon. When the baklava is out of the oven, she would cool it and then pour the hot syrup over it. On top she would grind the pistachio nuts and sprinkle them on top of the baklava.... it was the most amazing and delicious desert ever!!!

    • @paulatighe7073
      @paulatighe7073 6 месяцев назад +2

      thank you so much- your tips are very helpful

  • @robyn_southafrica
    @robyn_southafrica Год назад +26

    The fact that this man literally has (almost) any recipe on this channel is phenomenal!! And so freaking easy to follow (even for those of us kitchenly challenged 😅) 👌🏾
    Amazing. Simply amazing 🤩😍😃😃😃🤍

  • @Noor-jc6yl
    @Noor-jc6yl 3 года назад +327

    YESS we need more middle eastern desserts from john!!!

    • @egecam4364
      @egecam4364 3 года назад +16

      Baklava isn’t a Middle Eastern recipe. It belongs to Turkish Kitchen Literature! 🇹🇷

    • @Noor-jc6yl
      @Noor-jc6yl 3 года назад +11

      @@egecam4364 ok chill

    • @alaistanbul1930
      @alaistanbul1930 3 года назад +5

      Nope.its Turkish and come from central Asian.

    • @safnzii9969
      @safnzii9969 3 года назад +9

      @@egecam4364 baklava belongs to the ottoman empire so it 's a dessert in turky middle east north Africa

    • @شفيكم-ع3ذ
      @شفيكم-ع3ذ 3 года назад +3

      kunafa is veeeery delicious

  • @sujatam6659
    @sujatam6659 3 года назад +47

    Cooking with John….he always makes most complex dishes so easy to teach and with his cute smile 😃
    Can’t wait to make it…🙌❤️

    • @valstestkitchen8061
      @valstestkitchen8061 3 года назад +1

      That's why I love his recipes, he makes them simple, but fabulous

  • @virginiafinster8258
    @virginiafinster8258 2 года назад +14

    I made this last night with my daughter and it was supreme. A holiday tradition from henceforth for sure!

  • @meryememre8641
    @meryememre8641 3 года назад +65

    I appreciate it. I have been making baklawa for 20 years as a local in Türkiye. We dont add cinnamon and honey in it. We use ghee oil instead of butter. We can obtain our own ghee oil by melting butter and removing excess water. Last thing that i want to mention is not necessary to use oil for each layer. Just pouring oil over the baklawa is enough. Anyway , good Job . Please continue to make desserts from Turkiye

    • @aham639
      @aham639 2 года назад +3

      I love that you spelled it the way it’s pronounced

    • @SunainaSernaAhluwalia
      @SunainaSernaAhluwalia Год назад

      Ditto👌

    • @natashasouliere1786
      @natashasouliere1786 6 месяцев назад

      Would you separate the layers of phyllo dough even though you aren't buttering them in between?

    • @meryememre8641
      @meryememre8641 6 месяцев назад

      @@natashasouliere1786 layers are seperated by the help of starch . Starch is used at the stage of role out the phyllo dough.

    • @Meelany261095
      @Meelany261095 5 месяцев назад

      Is it butter without salt or regular?

  • @tanyamarie3493
    @tanyamarie3493 3 года назад +149

    Thank you so much! My daughter is obsessed with baklava! All she ever asks for is baklava for her birthday and Christmas. It’s not always easy to find, so I’m thrilled you did this! Now I can “make” all her dreams come true:)

    • @nazmiyenurkaygsz1977
      @nazmiyenurkaygsz1977 3 года назад +6

      Ahahah this is great! 😂💕

    • @sarahalgdadi5891
      @sarahalgdadi5891 3 года назад +4

      You can make it easily

    • @شفيكم-ع3ذ
      @شفيكم-ع3ذ 3 года назад +3

      اذا جربت الكنافه صدقيني سوف تجدينه تأكل كالمجنونه من لذاذته

    • @ladykathrynperry9094
      @ladykathrynperry9094 2 года назад +1

      Make Betty Crocker‘s, it’s just like making a lasagna don’t be intimidated.

    • @sarahalgdadi5891
      @sarahalgdadi5891 2 года назад

      @@شفيكم-ع3ذ شكرا لا اريد ذلك

  • @samirasaoud4502
    @samirasaoud4502 2 года назад +17

    Excellent! As a middle-eastern I grew eating baklawa and I can make it too. There’s no shortcut to a great dish. Yes, it’s laborious, it takes time, but anything worthwhile in life takes time . Of all the recipes I watched on RUclips, yours is the best. You’re so precise and meticulous in everything you do and it pays off. You’re the best! Thank you so much for all you do. I always watch your videos and I truly appreciate you . Many blessings🥰

  • @nataliestanchevski4628
    @nataliestanchevski4628 3 года назад +7

    I like to add 5 or 6 whole cloves to my syrup when boiling it. It just adds a little fragrance not an over powering taste of cloves. Plus I make my syrup a little different. 1:1 sugar and water with lemon and orange skin strips using a vegetable peeler, juice of one lemon and half cup honey added after you take syrup off the heat. Remove citrus peel and cloves before pouring over the baklava. And I use clarified butter because the water and milk solids can make the filo soggy and have brown spots. I prefer walnuts mixed with pecans for the filling.

  • @DavidHall-ge6nn
    @DavidHall-ge6nn 3 года назад +10

    I have that same rectangular pan, which I bought at an estate sale for a song. So nice and heavy, it bakes better than anything else in the arsenal. It is an equipment treasure and I guard it with my life.

    • @squange20
      @squange20 3 года назад

      I bet you do. Heavy pans make a huge difference to baking. I have a couple of commercial weight pans which are super.

    • @yeahdude1986
      @yeahdude1986 Год назад

      It’s great. USA bakeware. But it isn’t made in USA from what I remember

  • @bertmollar
    @bertmollar 3 дня назад

    My dad is Iranian and makes THE BEST I have ever had. He doesn't make it so much anymore now that he's older so it's time for me to learn how. Thanks for the video!😊

  • @nourabed7813
    @nourabed7813 3 года назад +14

    Hi John. In Algerian, as Ottoman empire occupation heritage, we used to make a slightly different style of baklava. The difference is in the nuts section since we use almonds instead of nuts and orange blossom water instead of cinnamon 😊

  • @samnicol9388
    @samnicol9388 3 года назад +4

    Our family use a little cinnamon sugar ground clove dusting between each sheet with the butter it makes a more caramel taste but doesn’t hold together as well as yours.
    We reduce the sugar in the nut mix too. Also we add salt to the nut mixture it makes the nuts somehow tastier. One or two whole cloves in the syrup and stud the diamonds with a clove before pouring the syrup over.

  • @ladyzioness
    @ladyzioness 3 года назад +23

    Cardamom, mace, cinnamon, nutmeg, a pinch of ginger in my baklava. A trick i learned was to pour the hot melted butter over the baklava after assembled and cut to speed up the buttering of layers and pour hot bubbly syrup (with orange blossom water- yum) over the baklava as soon as it comes out of the oven.

    • @Diamond88keyz
      @Diamond88keyz 3 года назад +3

      There is a Rurkish lady on this thread who says her mom doesn't butter between layers but pours extremely hot melted butter over the layers and uses no honey in her syrup.
      Your spices and syrup sounds really amazing!

    • @Takoe976
      @Takoe976 3 года назад +3

      It sounds great and I am sure it's delicious, but with all those spices it is not an original baklava.

    • @ladyzioness
      @ladyzioness 3 года назад +3

      @@Takoe976 not original by any means however thats the beauty of making a recipe your own 😉.

    • @basmael-gaouni9257
      @basmael-gaouni9257 3 года назад

      @@Diamond88keyz hot ghee not boiling ghee.

    • @basmael-gaouni9257
      @basmael-gaouni9257 3 года назад

      @@Diamond88keyz pour the ghee, don't use better either.

  • @armishah5212
    @armishah5212 3 года назад +27

    Rose water and a little saffron will boost the taste of the syrup 😍❤😍 we Iranians like it that way! Cardamom and nutmeg are another option to make it more traditional and flavourful!

    • @jamesalexander4538
      @jamesalexander4538 3 года назад +2

      can you give me a full recipe please? sounds so delicious with saffron and cardamom and nutmeg and rose water and i have all ingredients, making it for dinner for family this week!! thx so much

    • @dorna2325
      @dorna2325 3 года назад +2

      yes I love rose water and saffron in baklava. I have moved to america from iran recently and it is hard to find iranian baklava

    • @dorna2325
      @dorna2325 3 года назад +4

      @@jamesalexander4538 I have one but i feel like it would be rude to post on someone else's youtube channel if you get me. let me see if i can DM you

    • @squange20
      @squange20 3 года назад +2

      Yes, I did read that rose water, saffron or cardamom lend a very unique flavour.

    • @calvinsweet3400
      @calvinsweet3400 3 года назад +2

      Those sound like some really great additions.

  • @esratol9142
    @esratol9142 3 года назад +149

    As a Turkish, a baklava lover and a fan of yours I'm very happy to see you making baklava! 🤗

    • @morpheas1234
      @morpheas1234 3 года назад +10

      As a Greek neighbor and also a baklava lover, greetings to Turkey!

    • @esratol9142
      @esratol9142 3 года назад

      @@morpheas1234 😇🤗

    • @sleepyjo9340
      @sleepyjo9340 2 года назад

      @@morpheas1234 indeed baklava is Greek:)

    • @LelouchxSuzakufan
      @LelouchxSuzakufan Год назад

      Is it a really easy dish 2 make?

    • @esratol9142
      @esratol9142 Год назад

      @@LelouchxSuzakufan if you buy the phyllo dough it’s very easy. all you need to do is layer it and bake! then meet them with sugary syrup to have its delicious taste 🤤🤤

  • @elaineroberts9773
    @elaineroberts9773 2 года назад +2

    My grandmother and her friends would get together a couple times per year and make the Philly dough . Amazing process. They’d cut up , layer and share the dough for each family.

  • @annagrinnell2109
    @annagrinnell2109 3 года назад +4

    Hi , John , I’m Greek Cypriot and my late father used to make it and sell it , I can honestly say your paklava is fantastic

  • @KristineT8
    @KristineT8 2 года назад +2

    I just made this 2 days ago and it was sooo good, we only have about 8 pieces left. Everyone loved it and couldn't get enough. The only things I did different was I used pecans instead of walnuts, I added 2 teaspoons of cinnamon instead of one to the nuts and for the syrup I only used 1/2 cup of honey and a whole cup of sugar, I was afraid it would taste too much like Honey. I also made a recipe and a half of the syrup, I saw other recipes with 3 cups, figured it would be too wet but didn't want it dry either , so I did 1 1/2 cups of yours and it turned out perfect! Will be making it again and again! Thanks John!

  • @semanursan
    @semanursan 3 года назад +5

    Mmmm my favorite turkish desert.😻😋 Thank you for sharing Turkish desserts.

  • @rialinardatos5859
    @rialinardatos5859 2 года назад +1

    Just watched this with my Greek momma and it's 100% yaya approved!! Only difference: she adds 2 tablespoons of butter and half a teaspoon of ground clove to the pulsed nut mix. Thanks for sharing the best dessert on the planet :)

  • @foretb1162
    @foretb1162 3 года назад +4

    I make Baklava for my family and friends every Christmas. I don't just use cinnamon - allspice and freshly ground nutmeg adds flavor. I'm allergic to citrus fruits so I cannot add the lemon zest and juice. Instead I substituted the juice for apple cider vinegar. I does the trick. If your oven tends to overheat at 350F, sprinkle some water drops on top of the layers. This helps to crisp the tops without burning and reduce the baking temperature to 325F. It will take a little longer but you'll get beautiful golden pastry instead of a charred mess.

  • @amwest5752
    @amwest5752 3 года назад +15

    I am from Turkey!! This is our traditional dessert! I am so happy that you made this. I will definitely try it out

    • @PreppyKitchen
      @PreppyKitchen  3 года назад +5

      It is one of my favorites! Especially when it's fresh out of the oven and just cooled :)

  • @MsDawnnee
    @MsDawnnee 3 года назад +17

    Thank you!! I thought it was really complicated to make, but this is pretty straight forward! Defo a make for Christmas! xxx

  • @MorticiaLaMourante
    @MorticiaLaMourante 3 года назад +5

    I love adding some nutmeg to mine. Nutmeg just had such a lovely flavor and fragrance.

  • @selimbayrak9162
    @selimbayrak9162 3 года назад +1

    From Turkey. You did great job. Seen Turkish desserts makes me happy 😋☺ Looks fascinating!!

  • @jkledis
    @jkledis 3 года назад +1

    My Grandfather came over from Greece - I love Greek food!

  • @laurajimenasaucedo1248
    @laurajimenasaucedo1248 3 года назад +2

    In México we call them "dedos de reina" 🤩💖

  • @anitajinfla9762
    @anitajinfla9762 3 года назад +2

    Pecans and walnuts are a good combo.. As well as walnuts and pistachio.
    Delish... Plus its easy to make. Even if your Phyllo dough tears a little.. It works.
    Thanks for sharing.
    I think I've read some use a rose water with lemon juice...

  • @mariapriest4106
    @mariapriest4106 3 года назад +2

    I had baklava one time from a greek granny who made a very light syrup probably with way less sugar , not sickening sweet and it was soooo good!

  • @alecsblayde13
    @alecsblayde13 3 года назад +2

    My best friend is Greek and her mom makes awesome Baklava for me sometimes. I like adding a very light smearing of peanut butter on it for added flavor. #extra

  • @SynnoveJamila
    @SynnoveJamila 3 года назад +6

    I'm amazed! I never thought that you would teach us this recipe! I loooove baklava and have always thought of it as something difficult to make! Thank you so much for this!

  • @dodoandoua
    @dodoandoua 3 года назад +62

    Please try making turkish Kunafe next time . I'm sure you'll love it 😍 it's our favorite dessert . No regrets ❤😋

  • @kitsune_7_451
    @kitsune_7_451 Год назад +1

    I literally just made this it’s in the oven now. I’m super stoked to see how it turns out

  • @MissTheresaMarie
    @MissTheresaMarie 3 года назад

    I always appreciate that you mention is something can be froze. I love freezing ahead and baking something fresh for company.

  • @zceylan
    @zceylan 3 года назад +3

    that is the sound we look for in baklavas, btw you can find the baklava pastry in Turkish markets, I also suggest making künefe which is even more awesome

  • @shirleychavez4870
    @shirleychavez4870 3 года назад

    I’ve made Baklava for many years. I learned how to make it from a Syrian friend and her recipe is very similar to this one. Love, love, love homemade Baklava 💕 thanks for sharing and demystifying this luscious dessert.

  • @jeas4980
    @jeas4980 5 месяцев назад

    I make the syrup with honeysuckle tea... and equal parts white sugar rather than orange water. I do add lemon peel to the syrup for cooking... then let it cool. I add nutmeg and cinnamon spice to pistachios when baking before grinding; like Arif taught me on the floor of our home in Turkey. I love you reminded me of my childhood.

  • @rosemarykarlsson593
    @rosemarykarlsson593 3 года назад +1

    The best baklava I've had was made by a co-worker's mom, made the day before. Far better than any from bakeries or restaurants.

  • @poyrazdarknes1100
    @poyrazdarknes1100 Год назад +1

    It is a gift of Turks to the world cuisine, I really like baklava
    😊

  • @Sokx41
    @Sokx41 3 года назад

    I was introduced to baklava at a Turkish bakery on Upper Market Street in San Francisco in the early 1960s that later moved to Broadway. I met baklava again in Paris in 1973-74, and thereafter in Berkeley in the 1990s and early 2000s. Once I was diagnosed with diabetes, my dates with baklava came to an end. But now 70-100 lbs lighter (similar to the 1970s) and I will try it once more. I have seen over Utube recipes but your's looks the easist to accomplish. Thank you.

  • @shadowfox1221
    @shadowfox1221 3 года назад

    That crunch at the end is just pure heaven.

  • @cookiez9824
    @cookiez9824 3 года назад +11

    Looks fantastic. Am definitely going to try this

  • @angelasharma378
    @angelasharma378 3 года назад +6

    I can’t wait to make this for the holidays!!!

  • @lorrainehicks6484
    @lorrainehicks6484 3 года назад +2

    You have no idea how long I've been waiting for a good recipe for Baclava. I can't wait to make it. Yours looks amazing. Thank you for sharing and keep on caking.

  • @mariaziogas7960
    @mariaziogas7960 3 года назад +2

    It’s also a Greek dessert! Great video!

  • @Denizb124
    @Denizb124 3 года назад

    I am writing the comment from Turkey. We do not put honey in the sherbet of baklava, it consists of sugar, water and a little lemon drops. We do not put spices in walnuts. It made me happy to see the dessert of my country. Thanks

  • @breeanna6368
    @breeanna6368 3 года назад +5

    I made baklava for the first time last Christmas. I found a neat tip…..before scoring and cutting, pop the baklava in the fridge for about 1 minute. This will ever so slightly harden the butter so the dough doesn’t tear when cutting. Enjoy!!
    P.S. How long can unbaked baklava keep in the freezer? Thanks

  • @onetallpheeesh
    @onetallpheeesh 3 года назад +1

    I saw baklava and the first thing i thought was "aww thats so much work". And then you went and made it so fast! Now i wanna make some.
    For me, i like my baklava with almost double the sheets of dough on each layer as i am a fan of the dough itself. I've also had it with dried fruits like craisins and dates along with the nuts. Also nice to experiment with the zests. Orange is really nice with the craisins during the fall. Using some pecans. Delicious! Ive loved every single baklava ive ever had.

  • @manbagmike4478
    @manbagmike4478 3 года назад +1

    Baklava is one of my all time favorite desserts. It is just such clean, sweet taste

  • @sam1819
    @sam1819 Год назад

    Turkish food is the best in the world! Turkish baklava and Turkish cofee together, oh sooo good! Or even Turkish tea i tried in a coffee shop years ago in Turkey, still remember the taste!

  • @noonie_jpeg
    @noonie_jpeg 3 года назад +80

    There’s no honey or cinnamon in the traditional baklava (the syrup consists of just water and sugar, and just a little bit of lemon juice) but I bet it tastes just as good your way :)

    • @slscamg
      @slscamg 3 года назад +6

      I agree idk about the cinnamon however, I do think the honey might (probably) would add some nice flavor. However, it’s hard to beat the traditional way we had it growing up.

    • @northstarsmith6798
      @northstarsmith6798 3 года назад +7

      I make my syrup with water, sugar, and rose flower water.

    • @lauraradzus6513
      @lauraradzus6513 3 года назад +1

      I was wondering because not a big cinnamon fan and the ONLY time I had it (fresh) there was no cinnamon or lemon taste.

    • @noonie_jpeg
      @noonie_jpeg 3 года назад +3

      @@northstarsmith6798 Yes! I’ve had baklava from different arab countries and I‘ve noticed that they often add rose blossom water. It‘s not really common in Turkey but I think adding it makes it delicious (but that’s also a common topic for arguments in my family haha)

    • @athan2841
      @athan2841 3 года назад +7

      I love all the different ways people make their baklava. My grandmother taught me to drizzle each layer of fillo so they don’t stick together. It also allows the layers to expand and make the baklava crunchier. I use much less nut mixture between the layers so that the final product doesn’t come out as dense and overwhelming. And as always, either cool syrup on hot baklava or hot syrup on cold baklava to avoid soggy messes 😂

  • @afsanehborghei4535
    @afsanehborghei4535 3 года назад

    cardamom in nuts mixture and rose water syrup, match made in heaven!

  • @trulylyn2325
    @trulylyn2325 3 года назад +1

    You are my new favorite chef. Where is Brain and the kids? I love you all. Your recipes are the best!

  • @majdahajlani3112
    @majdahajlani3112 2 года назад

    In Morocco we add orange blossoms and rose water in ther syrup. We also use almonds and or peanuts. This dessert is made in so many differe nt ways but was brought by the Ottomans.

  • @lauracrismond7904
    @lauracrismond7904 2 года назад

    Your recipe is the best, I have watch many videos on making baklava and there are so many different variations.

  • @HillbillysNdaBush
    @HillbillysNdaBush 2 года назад

    I made this and it was so wonderful i tried it again and thought i would get creative by making more syrup .....ruined it...so i just made it again months later and now im following your way 100 percent. dont mess with perfection... thanks for the gr8 video.

  • @deborahflint4428
    @deborahflint4428 3 года назад +2

    I always thought that baklava was from Greece but you said that it was from Turkey!! I learn something new from you!! And I love baklava!! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @gizk489
      @gizk489 3 года назад

      Baklava, yoghurt, cacik, coffee, dolma, doner and many other things actually belong to the Turks, but Greeks like to adopt such traditional products. No one knows why 😒 And after all, everyone knows these products as if they belonged to the Greeks. Meaningless. Because it is very clear that all these belong to the rich Turkish culture. I just wanted to inform 🖐🏻

    • @susanasante9006
      @susanasante9006 3 года назад

      @@gizk489 give me a brake, when your savage government throw out the Greek people from tourca country that committed atrocities to the Greek people on the early nineteenth century they have brought with them what they have cooking there, anyway we the Greeks made baklava famous with our church Greek festivals all America Canada and Australia for the last eighty years

    • @gizk489
      @gizk489 3 года назад

      @@susanasante9006 come on the word "baklava" is not even Greek. It's meaning totaly Turkish also yogurt ... Did you know that even in Turkish mythology, yogurt is explained in detail? Maybe the Greeks have very nice dishes, desserts and even other things similar to ours, but this is definitely not baklava.

  • @kaankaan7492
    @kaankaan7492 3 года назад +9

    I'm proud of my countrys food culture🇹🇷🇹🇷. Good job keep your contents 🙏💕

    • @canans3588
      @canans3588 3 года назад +3

      Food culture, dessert culture, belki culinary arts Ana LÜTFEN dish culture değil. Iyi akşamlar 😊

  • @honnaswenson5329
    @honnaswenson5329 Год назад +1

    I made this yesterday! It was my first attempt at baklava AND my first time trying one of your recipes. (I've watched several and I really enjoy them) I was a bit nervous about trying this but it turned out better than I imagined! My biggest challenge was to trim the baklava to the right size of the pan, but the rest of the steps were easy, thanks to your clear guidance. The only issue is: I have to share! (just kidding; I can't wait to see the reactions!)

  • @alpukat_cereals
    @alpukat_cereals 3 года назад +1

    Im happy i was raised in catholic school & my parents pushed us siblings to attend the church at least on sundays.
    Also 4 having some gay/lesbian relatives/ friends...
    Im happy & thank GOD🙏 because now i kinda can differ between priests monks & the true gays+ lesbians😸😀😀
    Ur such a good monk🙏 keep up the awesome work !
    GBU

  • @nobraincells5133
    @nobraincells5133 Год назад

    I am Israeli Canadian and my grandfather was born in turkey and he and I both love baklava to be honest I don't know who doesn't love baklava

  • @danielapagliaro8025
    @danielapagliaro8025 3 года назад +1

    There is nothing I love more than Baklava. I will be making this! Thank you for the recipe.

  • @sherryfitzgerald4058
    @sherryfitzgerald4058 3 года назад +1

    Great video! I always add cardamom to my nuts. And rose water to my syrup . That’s how Persians make it

  • @justin1730
    @justin1730 Год назад +1

    The only thing I would do differently is to lay out the trimmed phyllo strips as part of the 10-sheet base layer. I don't like waste.
    My recipe is very simple: 2 lbs of chopped walnuts, 1 lb of butter, 2lbs of phyllo, 2 lbs of honey, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp water, and 1 tsp lemon juice.
    The cinnamon and sugar are mixed with the chopped walnuts. The water, lemon juice, and honey make the sauce. I prefer more layers of walnut, with fewer phyllo layers between.

  • @AyseY
    @AyseY 3 года назад

    OMG one of my favourite channels on youtube made a Turkish dessert we as Turkish viewers love to see!!!

  • @netsihullu7678
    @netsihullu7678 3 года назад

    John your channel is One of my favorite RUclips channel!!!! If you do not mind I would give some tips , yes u are right baklava is Turkish dessert but u made in Greek way :)))). We do not use lemon and honey in baklava , we do not mix pistachio with walnuts , we use clarified butter (ghee) instead of butter . We place 20 layers Phyllo dough then mostly pistachios or walnuts then another 20 layers of Phyllo dough. The diamond shape is not a traditional cut either … and try to serve with clotted cream or vanilla ice cream …. If you love baklava , there is a new trend and very popular in last years called COLD BAKLAVA, google it , it is yummy as well :)))

  • @MercimekÇorbası-j3h
    @MercimekÇorbası-j3h Месяц назад

    As a Turkish person, I highly reccomend you to try baklava.

  • @ikarahayuwuryaningrum1093
    @ikarahayuwuryaningrum1093 3 года назад +1

    Thank You

  • @DrGoldieMD
    @DrGoldieMD 3 года назад +4

    You made this look so easy! I add cardamom to the nut mixture. I also add a small splash of rose water to the syrup.

  • @Mctally
    @Mctally 2 года назад

    Hi, I met your camera operator and video editor Jed on a plane and he’s awesome and gushed about your channel and I love your videos & recipes and I’m your new biggest fan!!! PS I want more “shorts!” 🥰

  • @ladykathrynperry9094
    @ladykathrynperry9094 2 года назад

    I have made Betty Crocker‘s Greek baklava for years. I prefer all walnuts, and lots of sticky syrup.

  • @piapadmore430
    @piapadmore430 3 года назад +2

    I am saving this to watch later…because I trust you completely to make the best baklava🌟❤️

  • @cheftylermarsh2858
    @cheftylermarsh2858 7 месяцев назад

    OKAY....i just followed this recipe, im about to put it in the oven. may i say Phyllo dough is VERY FRAGILE!

  • @Patti-1962
    @Patti-1962 3 года назад +1

    Our city has a Greek festival every year, and I can appreciate the work that goes into making baklava!

  • @Laulki
    @Laulki 3 года назад +2

    Yuuummm, we need a kitchen tourr!!! 😍😍

  • @phoenixtheenchantress
    @phoenixtheenchantress 3 года назад +5

    YUM OMG! I WAS WAITING FOR THIS MOMENT FROM YOU! THANK YOU THIS IS AMAZING I FEEL SO HAPPY 💞

  • @mimi5421
    @mimi5421 3 года назад +1

    Hi john, you did a good job making this delicious dessert. I do mine with pecans, little sugar and cinnamon, it tastes better to me, but I would not mix walnut with pistachio. I put the pistachio on the top of each piece as a decoration. Well done.

  • @Supercarguy25
    @Supercarguy25 3 года назад +15

    Haha, this looked like a “savory” recipe based on the thumbnail and I was like “did John really just go there??” Good to see the sugar and butter! 😅

    • @min_nad
      @min_nad 3 года назад +2

      Same hahahah

  • @amynaddra7230
    @amynaddra7230 3 года назад

    My husband was Greek so I’ll give you an A +.

  • @seemalijaz8881
    @seemalijaz8881 3 года назад

    That crush at the end. OMG!!

  • @CookeryVip
    @CookeryVip 3 года назад +1

    The most delicious dessert. I love Baklava. Thank you for sharing!!

  • @samuelbebas6381
    @samuelbebas6381 3 года назад +1

    Really fantastic, I've scroll baklava in instagram for months and you posting this really makes my day 😄

  • @sininishad
    @sininishad 3 года назад

    What a food processor I love it

  • @juleswick
    @juleswick 2 года назад

    I love that you use a giant paint brush instead of a more “traditional” pastry brush! So smart! ✌🏻♥️✨

  • @nancyharman4795
    @nancyharman4795 Год назад

    I clicked on the heading about how to make a zebra cake and got BAKLAVA instead! Awesome!!! 😺💕🐾

  • @okidokidraws
    @okidokidraws 18 дней назад

    I love my Great Aunts Baklava it made the family reunion family would come across country to get a piece. She was a amazing cook she was from Greece and married to my Great Uncle on my Dads side I also use the phyllo to make apfelstrudel it was hard to not have it dry on you

  • @alanna4148
    @alanna4148 2 года назад +2

    Wow this recipe is amazing !! You made it so simple and easy compared to all the other baklava recipe videos I've seen! Thank you 😌💯

  • @LelouchxSuzakufan
    @LelouchxSuzakufan Год назад

    Instead of doing a honey-lemon syrup, can u make a simple syrup? I ❤❤❤ watching ur videos. They’re so helpful 4 me and inspire me 2 keep baking. My dad got me in2 cooking and baking; mainly baking; when I was in my preteen years and I loved every minute of it. I came across ur channel about a year or 2 ago and watch ur chocolate cake video and was like ‘Wow! He’s so amazing! What other videos does he have?’ and spent almost 2 whole days watching ur videos. Ur videos have helped me in so so many ways. Than u so much.

  • @UsaSzerelem
    @UsaSzerelem 7 месяцев назад

    I would also suggest to add some cloves to the syrup mixture. The aroma it gives is very nice. Of course remove them from the mixture prior to pouring it over the baklava.

  • @cornicekurt11111
    @cornicekurt11111 4 месяца назад

    Excellent recipe. I ran short on butter. I probably added an extra 1/4 cup to finish.
    Just finished it so fingers crossed.

  • @johns.9819
    @johns.9819 3 года назад

    my grandmother made it with pistashio it was awsome

  • @DrBrunoRecipes
    @DrBrunoRecipes 3 года назад +1

    Looks delicious 😋 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

  • @definitelynotkalen
    @definitelynotkalen 3 года назад +2

    Me and my mom love your videos so much. Thank you for the good vibes and great recipes! :D

  • @michaelw24401
    @michaelw24401 3 года назад +2

    I actually moaned in ecstasy when you bit into that baklava. Wow. I've got to finally give in and make some baklava.

  • @merveerden4228
    @merveerden4228 3 года назад +2

    Gecenin bir yarısı gördüğüm şeye bakın🤤

  • @bryanmathison1754
    @bryanmathison1754 2 года назад

    Clearly a Labor of Love. 💙

  • @dianeshea4192
    @dianeshea4192 3 года назад

    I've made baklava once, many years ago. It's very tedious work, but the end result is delicious. Ty for the tip on cutting the filo dough. I've used way too much butter in mine.

  • @lydiah7184
    @lydiah7184 3 года назад +1

    Omg I need to make this ASAP!
    Please do more taste testing at the end with more people 😍 I like seeing more of the finished product