Sweet Mini Phyllo Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Honey Syrup
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2 tablespoons water
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2 Tbsp. honey
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1 Tbsp. lemon juice
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1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
→ Nut Filling
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1 cup shelled raw pistachios
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1 tsp. lemon zest
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1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
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1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp. kosher salt
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1 cup shelled raw walnuts
→ Phyllo Cups
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2 (1.9-oz.) packages frozen phyllo shells (30 shells total)
# Instructions:
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Get your oven going at 350°F and lay parchment paper on a baking sheet so nothing sticks.
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Mix water, a quarter cup of brown sugar, honey, and lemon juice in a small pot on medium heat. Keep stirring while it boils to dissolve the sugar. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 4 to 5 minutes till it thickens a bit. Take it off the stove, pour the syrup into a measuring cup, and let it cool a little.
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Put the pistachios and walnuts into a food processor. Pulse it in short bursts (around 15 to 20 times) until the pieces are smaller than rice grains. Set aside a tablespoon of the chopped nuts to use as a topping later.
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Take the remaining chopped nuts and toss them in a large bowl. Melt the butter in the microwave using a microwave-safe cup (about 30 seconds to a minute), then mix in the leftover 1/3 cup of brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and lemon zest. Combine it with the nuts until everything sticks together.
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Scoop out about a tablespoon (not too full) of the nut mix and push it into the phyllo cups. Arrange them on the baking sheet you prepared.
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Put the cups into the oven for 12 to 14 minutes until the filling is golden and holds together.
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While the cups are warm, drizzle half a teaspoon of the syrup on each one so it soaks in. Keep whatever syrup is left for later.
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When you're ready to enjoy, brush on leftover syrup if you like extra sweetness and sprinkle the reserved nuts over the top for a nice finishing touch.
# Notes:
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These little baklava treats skip the layering by using pre-made phyllo shells, making it super simple.
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They taste best when you eat them within a few hours of baking.
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Switch up the flavors by swapping in almonds or pecans if you'd prefer something different.