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Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath

Delightful Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath to Impress Everyone

This Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath is a showstopper dessert that merges flaky baklava with creamy custard, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients
  

For the Nut Filling

  • 2 cups finely chopped walnuts or pistachios choose your favorite nuts
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon brings cozy aroma

For the Phyllo Layers

  • 1 package phyllo dough fresh or thawed sheets
  • ½ cup melted butter for brushing layers

For the Syrup

  • 1 cup honey provides sweetness
  • 1 cup water dissolves sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens syrup

For the Custard

  • 1 cup whole milk for creaminess
  • 4 large egg yolks adds richness
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch thickens custard
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor

For Serving

  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Combine nut filling ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking dish with melted butter.
  • Layer half of the phyllo sheets in the dish, brushing each with butter.
  • Sprinkle nut mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
  • Layer the remaining phyllo sheets over the nut filling, brushing each with butter.
  • Cut into a circular wreath shape before baking.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Prepare honey syrup while baklava is baking by simmering syrup ingredients.
  • Heat milk for custard and whisk with egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla.
  • Thicken custard over medium heat, stirring constantly until creamy.
  • Pour warm honey syrup over baked baklava and let soak for 20 minutes.
  • Add the custard to the center of the baklava wreath and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Allow baklava to cool before storing. Can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for 1 week. Freezing is possible for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Baklava-Custard Christmas Wreath, custard dessert, easy baklava, Festive Baking, Holiday Dessert
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