Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Tahini-Honey Baklava Bars, where flaky phyllo pastry embraces a rich tahini and honey filling. Each bar offers a delightful crunch, perfectly balanced with gooey sweetness, evoking memories of sun-soaked Mediterranean afternoons. These bars are not only visually stunning but also a crowd-pleaser, making them perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough
- 1 cup smooth tahini
- 1 cup high-quality honey
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cover unused sheets with a damp towel.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. In another bowl, mix tahini, honey, cinnamon, and chopped nuts.
- Brush melted butter on the baking dish and layer six sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with butter.
- Spread half of the tahini filling over the last layer and top with another six sheets of phyllo, repeating the buttering process.
- Finish layering with the remaining filling and six final sheets of phyllo. Cut into squares or diamond shapes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare simple syrup by boiling equal parts honey and water for 10 minutes; pour over baked bars while hot.
- Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg