Orange Blossom and Rose Water Baklava Bites
These bite-sized baklava bites are a delicious and easy way to enjoy the classic dessert. Made with almond flour, chopped nuts, dried fruit, and honey, they're naturally gluten-free and can be made vegan by using maple syrup instead of honey. The orange blossom water and rose water add a delicate floral flavor that makes these bites extra special.
Baklava is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is typically made with layers of filo dough, chopped nuts, and honey. However, this recipe for baklava bites is a bit different. It uses almond flour instead of filo dough, which makes it gluten-free. It also uses a combination of chopped nuts, dried fruit, and honey, which gives it a more complex flavor. The orange blossom water and rose water add a delicate floral flavor that makes these bites extra special.
Orange Blossom and Rose Water Baklava Bites Orange Blossom and Rose Water Baklava Bites Orange Blossom and Rose Water Baklava Bites Orange Blossom and Rose Water Baklava Bites
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 12
Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup chopped dried cherries
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • 1 tablespoon rose water
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, walnuts, pistachios, almonds, apricots, cherries, honey, orange blossom water, and rose water.
  4. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined.
  5. Drop the batter by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Let cool before serving.
Why It Works
  • The almond flour gives these bites a chewy texture that is similar to filo dough.
  • The combination of chopped nuts, dried fruit, and honey gives these bites a complex flavor.
  • The orange blossom water and rose water add a delicate floral flavor that makes these bites extra special.
  • These bites are easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making them a great option for parties or potlucks.