Vegan Baklava Dessert

Indulge in the rich, nutty, and perfectly spiced flavors of this Vegan Baklava Dessert, a delicious plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern treat. Featuring layers of crisp, flaky vegan phyllo dough and a sumptuous filling of walnuts, pistachios, and almonds, this dessert is elevated with warm hints of cinnamon and cloves. A luscious homemade maple syrup glaze, infused with vanilla and brightened by a splash of lemon juice, seeps into every layer, creating a sticky-sweet symphony of textures and flavors. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or as a show-stopping sweet treat, this cruelty-free baklava is beautifully golden, naturally sweetened, and irresistibly decadent. With easy-to-follow steps and minimal prep, it's the ultimate plant-based dessert that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 oz, thawed as per package instructions) vegan phyllo dough
• 1.5 cups walnuts
• 0.5 cups pistachios
• 0.5 cups almonds
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup (melted) vegan butter
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup water
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Finely chop the walnuts, pistachios, and almonds, then mix them in a bowl with the cinnamon and ground cloves. Set aside.

Step 3

Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent drying out while you work.

Step 4

Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted vegan butter. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish, and brush it lightly with more melted butter. Repeat this process until you have layered 8 sheets of dough.

Step 5

Evenly spread about 3/4 cup of the nut mixture over the phyllo layer.

Step 6

Add 4 more sheets of phyllo, brushing each sheet with melted butter before adding the next.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process of nuts and 4 sheets of buttered phyllo until all the nuts are used (about 4 layers of nuts). Top with another 8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each layer with melted butter as before.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the baklava into 24 rectangular pieces, making sure to cut all the way through the layers.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes until baklava is golden and crisp.

Step 10

While the baklava is baking, combine the maple syrup, water, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

Remove the baklava from the oven and immediately pour the syrup evenly over the hot baklava, ensuring it sinks into all the cuts and reaches the bottom.

Step 12

Let the baklava cool completely, preferably for several hours or overnight, uncovered at room temperature. This allows the syrup to be fully absorbed and the layers to set.

Step 13

Serve at room temperature and enjoy your delicious vegan baklava!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1659.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5808.6

Total Fat 374.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 93.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2610.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 585.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.7g	0%
Total Sugars 375.4g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 479.3mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1658.5mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 39.1%