Description
Nutella Baklava is a decadent fusion dessert that blends the crisp, buttery layers of traditional baklava with the rich, creamy indulgence of Nutella. Packed with toasted hazelnuts and drizzled with a chocolate-honey syrup, it’s an unforgettable treat perfect for holidays and special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 1/2 cups Nutella
- 1 1/2 cups toasted hazelnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (optional for syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
- In a bowl, mix chopped hazelnuts with cinnamon (if using).
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cover with a damp towel to prevent drying.
- Layer 6 sheets of phyllo in the baking dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next.
- Spread 1/3 of the Nutella (slightly warmed for easier spreading) over the phyllo, then sprinkle with 1/3 of the hazelnut mixture.
- Repeat the layering process twice more: 4 layers of phyllo (buttered), Nutella, and hazelnuts.
- Top with 6–8 more sheets of phyllo, buttering each one.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into squares or diamonds.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- While it bakes, prepare the syrup: in a saucepan, combine honey, sugar, water, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, then cool slightly.
- Once baklava is out of the oven, immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over it. Let it soak and cool for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Warm Nutella slightly to make it easier to spread between layers.
- Phyllo dough dries out quickly—keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel.
- This dessert is best made a day ahead for full flavor and texture development.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg