Description
Looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s easy to make and bursting with rich flavor? These Sweet & Crunchy Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups are the perfect solution. With golden phyllo shells filled with a buttery, nutty mixture and topped with a luscious caramel drizzle, they strike the perfect balance between traditional baklava and modern indulgence. Whether you’re after a quick dessert idea, an elegant party treat, or a new take on a classic sweet, these mini baklava bites are your answer. Great for easy recipes, party food ideas, or even a quick sweet snack, these little cups pack big flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
15 mini phyllo shells (pre-baked)
1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 pinch sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange the mini phyllo shells on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. In a mixing bowl, stir together chopped pecans, walnuts, pistachios, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
3. Fill each phyllo cup with the nut mixture, pressing lightly so the filling is compact.
4. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the shells are golden and the nuts are lightly toasted. Let cool.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the caramel: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring just until dissolved. Once boiling, stop stirring and let it caramelize to a deep amber color.
6. Remove from heat, carefully whisk in butter and cream until smooth. Add sea salt if desired.
7. Drizzle the warm caramel over the cooled baklava cups. Garnish with extra nuts or flaky salt if desired.
8. Let the caramel set slightly before serving.
Notes
Lightly toast the nuts before mixing them in for deeper flavor.
Use pre-baked phyllo cups to save time and ensure crispy results.
Drizzle the caramel only after the cups cool to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baklava cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: baklava cups, easy dessert, caramel baklava, phyllo dessert, party dessert