Here’s a clear, quick recipe for Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups — rich, crispy, and perfect for parties!
🥮 Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups
Ingredients (Makes ~24 mini cups)
For the cups:
- 1 package mini phyllo shells (usually 15–24 per box)
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- ¼ cup walnuts (optional), finely chopped
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
For the caramel syrup:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp vanilla or pinch of sea salt (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the nut filling
In a bowl, mix:
✔️ chopped pecans
✔️ walnuts (if using)
✔️ cinnamon & spices
✔️ melted butter
Stir until nuts are coated.
2. Fill the phyllo cups
Place the mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
Spoon ~1 tsp of the nut mixture into each cup.
3. Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden and toasty.
4. Make the caramel syrup
In a small saucepan:
- Add sugar + water → simmer without stirring until lightly golden.
- Remove from heat and quickly whisk in honey + butter + vanilla/salt.
- Let it thicken for 1–2 minutes.
5. Finish the baklava cups
Drizzle warm caramel over each baked cup.
Let set for 10–15 minutes so the syrup soaks in a bit.
⭐ Optional Add-Ons
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt
- Top with a pecan half
- Drizzle melted chocolate
- Add a touch of orange zest to the caramel
If you want, I can also make:
✨ a printable recipe card
✨ a version using homemade phyllo
✨ a gluten-free or vegan version
✨ a TikTok-style short recipe summary
Would you like one?
