Bourekakia (Baklava 'Cigars')

Bourekakia (Baklava 'Cigars')


1. For syrup: Cook all ingredients in saucepan over low heat, swirling pan occasionally, until sugar dissolves, then boil 15 minutes.

2. Cool completely; strain.

3. For filling: Combine walnuts, cinnamon and cloves.

4. Blend in 1 cup syrup and whites (mixture should not be too stiff; add up to ¼ cup additional syrup, if necessary.).

5. To assemble: Preheat oven to 350°F.

6. Cut phyllo into 5 x 8 inch strips.

7. Cover with plastic wrap and a damp towel until ready to use.

8. Take a strip and brush it lightly with melted butter.

9. Spread 1 heaping teaspoon of filling along narrow edge.

10. Fold in sides ½ inch toward center; brush sides lightly with butter; roll up tightly.

11. Repeat with remaining strips.

12. Arrange seam side down on baking sheet.

13. Brush with remaining butter.

14. (They can be frozen at this point � increase baking time to 30-35 minutes if baking them frozen).

15. Bake until golden and crisp, 20-25 minutes.

16. Cool completely.

17. Dust lightly with powdered sugar.

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