Quick Crescent Baklava

Indulge in the rich, flaky layers of this Quick Crescent Baklava, a simplified twist on the classic Mediterranean dessert! Made with buttery crescent roll dough, finely chopped walnuts, and a hint of warm cinnamon, this recipe delivers all the flavor without the fuss of phyllo. Drizzled with a luscious homemade honey-lemon syrup, each piece is irresistibly sticky and sweet. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a convenient shortcut ingredient, this baklava is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests at your next gathering. Serve it at room temperature and watch it disappear from the plate—this easy baklava is a must-try treat for dessert lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cans (8 oz each) crescent roll dough
• 1 cup (melted) butter
• 1.5 cups (finely chopped) walnuts
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup sugar
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even layer.

Step 3

In a bowl, mix the chopped walnuts and cinnamon until evenly combined.

Step 4

Sprinkle half of the walnut-cinnamon mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough layer.

Step 5

Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the walnut mixture, pressing gently to create a flat top layer.

Step 6

Using a sharp knife, pre-cut the dough into diamond or square-shaped pieces, ensuring cuts go all the way through for easier serving later.

Step 7

Pour the melted butter evenly over the entire dish, ensuring all areas are coated.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 9

While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, honey, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

As soon as the baklava comes out of the oven, pour the syrup evenly over the hot pastry, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.

Step 12

Let the baklava cool completely in the pan to allow the syrup to fully absorb, about 1-2 hours.

Step 13

Serve at room temperature and enjoy your quick, flaky crescent baklava!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1257.1 grams (1257.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5643

Total Fat 382.90g	491%
Saturated Fat 145.50g	728%
Polyunsaturated Fat 90.60g
Cholesterol 526mg	175%
Sodium 4578mg	199%
Total Carbohydrate 503.50g	183%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 352.70g
Protein 62.30g	125%

Vitamin D 36IU	179%
Calcium 262mg	20%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 948mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 35.3%