Description
Delight in these Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups, a luscious bite-sized dessert combining the crunch of mini phyllo shells with a rich blend of pecans, walnuts, and caramel. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with honey and brown sugar, these cups are baked to golden perfection and drizzled with extra caramel for an indulgent finish. Ideal for holiday parties or elegant dessert platters, they offer a sophisticated Mediterranean-American twist on the classic baklava.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Shells
- 1 package (15 count) mini phyllo shells
Nut Filling
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ¼ cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange the mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for crisp baking.
- Prepare the Nut Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, walnuts, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, a pinch of salt, melted butter, caramel sauce, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well integrated to create a luscious, sticky filling.
- Fill the Phyllo Shells: Spoon the nut and caramel mixture generously into each mini phyllo shell, ensuring none are empty and each is well-filled for maximum flavor and texture.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The topping should become golden brown and bubbly, indicating the cups are perfectly cooked.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the baklava cups from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce and sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired to add a contrasting color and crunchy texture.
- Serve: These baklava cups can be served warm or at room temperature, making them flexible for any event or craving.
Notes
- Prepare the baklava cups in advance and store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat briefly in the oven to restore their crisp texture before serving.
- Perfect for holiday gatherings, cocktail parties, or as elegant finger desserts.
- Use high-quality caramel sauce for enhanced richness.
- Optional pistachio garnish adds both color and a nutty crunch.
