Baklava Classic Honey-Walnut Baklava with Crisp Phyllo Layers Ingredients: For the baklava: 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, melted For the syrup: 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 2 strips lemon peel Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix walnuts, pistachios, and cinnamon. Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, brush with butter, and repeat until 8 layers are stacked. Sprinkle a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Add 4 more phyllo layers (buttering each), then another layer of nuts. Repeat until all nuts are used. Finish with 8 more phyllo sheets on top, buttering each. Cut the unbaked baklava into diamond or square shapes with a sharp knife. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until golden and crisp. While baklava bakes, make the syrup. Combine sugar, water, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Remove baklava from the oven and immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Let it cool completely and soak for several hours or overnight before serving. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes + soaking time Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 24 pieces #baklava #greekdessert #middleeasternsweets #phyllodessert #honeywalnutbaklava #homemadedesserts #traditionalbaking #sweettooth #dessertrecipe #holidaydessert #easybaklava #crispphyllo #nutsandhoney #authenticbaklava #bakedtreats #classicdesserts #mediterraneanflavors #makeaheaddessert #dessertlover #sweettreat This classic Baklava is flaky, buttery, and dripping with honeyed syrup. A crunchy, sweet delight perfect for any celebration!

Australian Pavlova Banana Bread Decadent Banana Bread with a Pavlova Twist Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt 3 large egg whites ½ cup superfine sugar 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon cornstarch Fresh berries and banana slices for topping (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract. Mix in sour cream or Greek yogurt. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely. Meanwhile, prepare the pavlova topping: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add superfine sugar, beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Gently fold in vinegar and cornstarch. Spread pavlova topping evenly over cooled banana bread. Place under a broiler for 1-2 minutes or use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the pavlova topping. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Garnish with fresh berries and banana slices if desired. Slice and serve. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 8 servings #banana bread #pavlova #australiandessert #bananabreadrecipe #sweetbread #dessertlover #bakinglove #homemadedessert #fruitdessert #easybaking #bananabakes #pavlovatopping #dessertfusion #bakingfromscratch #comfortbaking #sweettooth #bananaandberries #bakingideas #homemadebread #tastydessert 🍌✨ Love banana bread? Take it up a notch with this Australian Pavlova Banana Bread—moist banana bread topped with a light, fluffy pavlova meringue! Perfect for brunch or dessert.

Pistachio Ice Cream Creamy Homemade Pistachio Dream Ice Cream Ingredients: 1 cup shelled pistachios, unsalted 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 5 large egg yolks 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/4 teaspoon salt A few drops of green food coloring (optional) Directions: In a food processor or blender, finely grind the pistachios with 1/4 cup of sugar until they form a coarse paste. Set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and cream. Heat over medium until just simmering, then remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar until the mixture is pale and thick. Slowly pour about half of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 170°F/77°C). Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in the pistachio paste, almond extract, salt, and green food coloring if using. Mix well. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes (including chilling) Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pistachioicecream #homemadeicecream #creamyicecream #nuttydessert #summerdessert #icecreamlover #icecreamrecipe #pistachiodessert #frozendessert #dessertideas #sweettooth #icecreamtime #nutsinicecream #artisanicecream #frozentreat #cooldessert #summerrecipes #foodie #dessertlover #homemadedessert Nothing beats homemade Pistachio Ice Cream—rich, creamy, and packed with nutty flavor! Perfect for cooling off this summer! 🍦🌰💚

Rose Ice Cream Velvet Rose Petal Cream: Floral Homemade Rose Ice Cream Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup granulated sugar 4 large egg yolks 1/4 cup rose water A few drops of pink food coloring (optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and thick. Slowly pour the warm cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in rose water, vanilla extract, and pink food coloring if using. Pour the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Pour the chilled custard into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until soft serve consistency. Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Chilling Time: 4+ hours | Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 220 kcal per serving (1/2 cup) | Servings: 6 servings #roseicecream #floralicecream #homemadeicecream #rosewater #dessertlover #icecreamrecipe #summerdessert #flavoredicecream #creamyicecream #foodblogger #homemadedesserts #easyicecream #artisanicecream #vanillarecipe #flowerflavors #icecreamlover #sweettooth #icecreamtime #roseflavor #gourmetdessert 🌹🍦 Indulge in the delicate floral notes of this homemade Rose Ice Cream — creamy, fragrant, and perfect for warm days!