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air fryer baklava cups

Effortless Air Fryer Baklava Cups in Just 30 Minutes


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 12 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, sweet baklava cups made easily in an air fryer. A quick and delicious dessert with layers of phyllo dough, nuts, and honey syrup.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pistachios
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
  2. Cut phyllo sheets into 12 squares (about 4×4 inches).
  3. Brush each square with melted butter and layer 3 squares in a muffin tin, overlapping slightly.
  4. Mix nuts, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Spoon 1 tbsp mixture into each phyllo cup.
  5. Press down lightly and fold edges inward to form cups.
  6. Air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. Heat honey, lemon juice, and vanilla in a small saucepan. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Drizzle warm syrup over baklava cups. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
  • Adjust nuts to your preference (walnuts, pistachios, or a mix).
  • Serve warm for the best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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