Baklava
| Course | Dessert |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Ottoman Empire |
| Serving temperature | Cold, room temperature or re-warmed |
| Main ingredients | Filo pastry, nuts, syrup |
| Variations | Multiple |
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Baklava (/bɑːkləˈvɑː, ˈbɑːkləvɑː/ ⓘ, or /bəˈklɑːvə/; Ottoman Turkish: باقلوا) is a layered pastry dessert made of filo pastry, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with syrup or honey. It was one of the most popular sweet pastries of Ottoman cuisine.
There are several theories for the origin of the pre-Ottoman version of the dish. In modern times, it is a common dessert among cuisines of countries in West Asia, Southeast Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa. It is also enjoyed in Pakistan and Afghanistan, where, although not a traditional sweet, it has carved out a niche in urban centers.