Baklava

The Baklava Hack That'll Have Tables Ordering Two

Baklava Day, the day we celebrate one of the world's most beloved desserts. And this year, we're helping you make it unforgettable. Baklava has graced tables from Istanbul to Athens for centuries. Those delicate layers, the perfect balance of nuts and sweetness, it's a masterpiece of pastry engineering that's stood the test of time. Every family, every region has their cherished recipe. And that's the beauty of it.

But what if we told you there's a way to honor tradition while surprising your diners?

 

Introducing Pistachio Baklawa Rolls

Think of these as baklava's elegant evolution. All the flavors your guests love, presented in a way they've never seen. Individual rolls that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Makes people stop mid-conversation and gets photographed before it's eaten. 

 

Method:

1. Cut the baklawa sheet rolls into 10cm strips.

2. Brush melted butter between each sheet and build to 4 layers.

3. Roll the baklawa sheet layers around a stainless-steel  roll and bake in a preheated oven at 190 degree C for 10 minutes or until crispy.

4. Once baked, cool for at least 20 minutes.

5. Add the Ashta cream in a piping bag and pipe within the crispy baklawa rolls.

6. Drizzle with Nestlé® Squeezy Pistachio and garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.

 

Ingredients:

Dough:

500g Baklawa Sheet Rolls

150g Butter

 

Filling:

300g Ashta Cream

 

Garnish:

50g NESTLÉ® Squeezy Pistachio

50g Pistachio

 

These rolls respect baklava's heritage while proving classics can still surprise your diners. Trust this recipe and give them a story worth sharing. Ready to roll?

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    The Baklava Hack That'll Have Tables Ordering Two

    Baklava Day, the day we celebrate one of the world's most beloved desserts. And this year, we're helping you make it unforgettable. Baklava has graced tables from Istanbul to Athens for centuries. Those delicate layers, the perfect balance of nuts and sweetness, it's a masterpiece of pastry engineering that's stood the test of time. Every family, every region has their cherished recipe. And that's the beauty of it.