Low Fat Baklava Dessert

Indulge in the rich flavors of traditional baklava without the guilt with this Low Fat Baklava Dessert! This lighter twist on the classic Mediterranean treat features delicate layers of flaky phyllo pastry brushed with cooking spray instead of butter, interspersed with a fragrant blend of finely chopped walnuts, almonds, and ground cinnamon. A luscious yet light honey syrup infused with vanilla and a touch of lemon juice adds the perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Ready in under an hour, this easy and health-conscious version of baklava is ideal for anyone craving a sweet, nutty dessert with fewer calories. Perfectly portioned into bite-sized squares or diamonds, it’s a must-try for your next gathering or as a healthier treat to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 12 sheets phyllo pastry sheets
• 1 bottle cooking spray
• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 1 cup almonds, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 4

Take one sheet of phyllo pastry and place it in the prepared baking dish. Lightly spray with cooking spray.

Step 5

Repeat the process with two more sheets of phyllo, spraying each layer lightly with cooking spray.

Step 6

Spread one-third of the nut mixture evenly over the layered phyllo sheets.

Step 7

Place another sheet of phyllo on top of the nut mixture, lightly spray, and repeat with two more sheets.

Step 8

Spread another third of the nut mixture over this layer.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process with three more phyllo sheets and the remaining nut mixture.

Step 10

Finish with the last three sheets of phyllo, spraying each with cooking spray.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into equal-sized squares or diamonds.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13

While the baklava is baking, combine honey, water, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 14

Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 15

Once the baklava is done, immediately pour the honey syrup evenly over the hot baklava.

Step 16

Allow the baklava to cool completely, letting the syrup soak in, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(997.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4625.9

Total Fat 338.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1154.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 156.2g
Protein 55.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 456.9mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1399.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.8%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 28.4%