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Sweet & Crunchy Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups

Irresistible Sweet & Crunchy Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups

Sweet & Crunchy Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups are delightful bites with flaky phyllo, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Phyllo Cups
  • 1 package Phyllo Dough Thawed and kept covered
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Fine salt for easy incorporation
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Toasted enhances nuttiness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mini muffin tin
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. Cut phyllo dough into 4x4 inch squares and layer 5-6 sheets with melted butter in each muffin cup.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then cool slightly.
  4. Combine brown sugar and heavy cream in a saucepan; stir until thickened, then add vanilla and salt.
  5. Pour caramel into phyllo cups, filling them 3/4 full, then top with chopped pecans.
  6. Optionally return to the oven for 5 minutes to toast the pecans.
  7. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Store at room temperature or in the fridge for freshness.

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