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Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies

Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies
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Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies combine crisp, flaky layers of buttery phyllo dough filled with a luscious sweet cream. Infused with warm spices and nutty flavors, this dessert offers a unique fusion of traditional baklava texture with a smooth, creamy sandwich center, perfect for gifting, special occasions, or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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Phyllo Dough and Pastry Layers

  • Phyllo dough sheets (about 15-20 sheets)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
  • Honey, for drizzling and glazing
  • Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
  • Ground cardamom (1/2 teaspoon)

Nut Mixture

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (walnuts or pistachios traditionally; almonds, pecans, or hazelnuts can be used)

Cream Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese or mascarpone, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon rosewater or orange blossom water for floral flavor
  • Optional: Melted dark chocolate (for mixing into cream or drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Nut Mixture: Finely chop your choice of nuts and mix with the ground cinnamon and cardamom. This spiced nut blend forms the flavorful, warm base layer for the pastry.
  2. Layer the Phyllo Dough: Lay out a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it generously with melted butter. Repeat layering several sheets, brushing each with butter. After a few sheets, evenly sprinkle some of the nut mixture. Continue layering phyllo and nuts alternately until all nuts and phyllo are used, finishing with a few buttered sheets on top.
  3. Cut and Bake: Pre-cut the layered phyllo into cookie-sized squares or rectangles before baking. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is crisp and golden brown.
  4. Make the Cream Filling: While the pastry cools completely, beat the cream cheese or mascarpone with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. If desired, stir in rosewater, orange blossom water, or melted chocolate for added flavor.
  5. Assemble the Cookies: Spread a generous layer of the cream filling on one piece of baked phyllo and sandwich with another piece. Optionally, drizzle honey on top and sprinkle crushed nuts or powdered sugar for garnish.

Notes

  • Handle phyllo dough carefully and keep sheets covered to prevent drying out.
  • Generously brush each phyllo layer with butter to achieve flakiness and golden color.
  • Ensure phyllo cookies are completely cooled before adding cream filling to avoid melting.
  • Freshly chop nuts for best texture and aroma.
  • Cut the pastry before baking to maintain clean edges and proper portions.

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Keywords: baklava, cream sandwich cookies, phyllo dough, nutty dessert, Middle Eastern dessert, flaky pastry, cream filling, spiced nuts

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