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Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies

Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies
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Rich Baklava Cream Sandwich Cookies are a decadent treat inspired by traditional baklava, featuring flaky, golden phyllo layers brushed with butter and layered with chopped nuts and warming spices. These crisp bases are baked to perfection and sandwiched with a luscious cream filling made from cream cheese or mascarpone, honey, and vanilla. Finished with optional honey drizzle and crushed nuts or edible gold flakes, they deliver a perfect harmony of textures and flavors—crisp, nutty, sweet, and creamy—ideal for elegant desserts or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

Phyllo Layers

  • Phyllo dough sheets, about 12 sheets
  • Butter, 1 cup (melted, for brushing)
  • Chopped nuts (walnuts or pistachios), 1 cup
  • Ground cinnamon and warming spices, 1 tsp total

Honey Syrup

  • Honey, 1/2 cup (for glazing and drizzle)

Cream Filling

  • Cream cheese or mascarpone, 8 oz (softened)
  • Honey, 2 tbsp
  • Vanilla extract, 1 tsp
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Phyllo Layers: Carefully unroll the phyllo dough sheets and keep them covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Brush each sheet lightly and evenly with melted butter. Stack several sheets, sprinkling chopped nuts mixed with ground cinnamon and warming spices between every two sheets to recreate the classic baklava texture.
  2. Bake the Flaky Base: Cut the layered phyllo stack into cookie-sized squares or circles using a serrated knife or pizza cutter for clean edges. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Remove and let cool completely to preserve the delicate crunch.
  3. Make the Cream Filling: In a bowl, whip together softened cream cheese or mascarpone with honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth, fluffy, and well combined. Chill slightly to firm up before assembly.
  4. Assemble the Sandwich Cookies: Spread a generous layer of the cream filling onto one baked phyllo piece, then gently press another piece on top to form a sandwich. Repeat with remaining pieces. Place assembled cookies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cream to set.
  5. Final Touches: Drizzle additional honey or spiced syrup over the assembled cookies if desired. Garnish with crushed nuts, edible gold flakes, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • Handle phyllo sheets carefully and keep covered to prevent drying out and cracking.
  • Brush phyllo sheets generously with melted butter for optimal flakiness and crispiness.
  • Toast nuts lightly before use to enhance their flavor and aroma.
  • Keep the cream filling chilled for best sandwich consistency and to prevent sogginess.
  • Use a serrated knife or pizza cutter for clean, precise cuts without crumbling the phyllo layers.

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Keywords: baklava cookies, sandwich cookies, phyllo dessert, nutty cookies, honey cream cookies, flaky cookies, Mediterranean dessert

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