Discover a luxurious twist on the classic Middle Eastern dessert with our Baklava Ice Cream Bars. These delightful treats combine the crunchy, nutty layers of traditional baklava with the creamy richness of vanilla ice cream, creating a dreamy flavor experience. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a unique dessert, these baklava ice cream bars are a crowd-pleaser that elevates the familiar taste of baklava to new heights. Whether served immediately or enjoyed after a brief freeze, they offer a sublime blend of textures and tastes that's sure to delight any dessert aficionado.
Ingredients:
- For the Baklava:
- 200g crushed pistachios
- 200g crushed walnuts
- 300g filo pastry (baklava grade)
- 180g melted unsalted butter
- For the Vanilla Ice Cream Block:
- 500g vanilla ice cream
- For the Syrup:
- 250ml water
- 300g sugar
- 1 slice of lemon
- A pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
- Prepare Ice Cream Block:
- Line a 20x26 cm deep oven dish with plastic foil.
- Press vanilla ice cream into the dish and cover with more foil.
- Freeze for 1 hour, then remove the block and keep it frozen.
- Make Baklava:
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan setting).
- Cut filo pastry to fit the dish.
- Layer half the filo sheets in the dish, brush with half the melted butter.
- Spread crushed nuts, press down, then layer the remaining filo sheets, adding butter between layers.
- Cut into 10 rectangles, top with remaining butter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare Syrup:
- Boil water, sugar, lemon slice, and cinnamon. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 15 minutes).
- Keep the syrup warm.
- Assemble Baklava Ice Cream Bars:
- Let baklava cool, then pour warm syrup over it.
- Once at room temperature, remove the top layers of baklava.
- Place the ice cream block on the nut layer.
- Replace the top baklava layers and cut into bars.
- Serve immediately or freeze for later.
- Serving:
- If serving after freezing, let it thaw for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.
Indulge in these Baklava Ice Cream Bars, a perfect blend of creamy and crunchy, ideal for those seeking a unique and sophisticated dessert experience. 🍨🍯🌰🍦✨