Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water
A Mediterranean twist on classic baklava, featuring pistachios, honey, and floral orange blossom water for a fragrant finish. This mediterranean-inspired desserts (mediterranean, gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes layers sheets phyllo dough, pistachios, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 48, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 20 sheets phyllo dough
- 1 1/2 cups pistachios
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush a 13x18-inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 10 phyllo sheets, brushing each with melted butter as you go.
- Step 2: Spread 1 1/2 cups chopped pistachios over the phyllo. Repeat with another 10 phyllo sheets and butter. Cut into 1-inch squares.
- Step 3: Bake for 25 minutes until golden. Let cool. In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup honey with 1 tbsp orange blossom water and 1/4 cup sugar. Drizzle over the baklava and let sit for 1 hour. Store in an airtight container.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (30 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 48 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 48). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Honey-Drizzled Pistachio Baklava with Orange Blossom Water gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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