NATIONAL BAKLAVA DAY

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November 16, 2025

Each year on November 17th, National Baklava Day fills the kitchen with a sweet and flaky pastry that’s loved by many. Baklava is a sweet dessert that gives layers of texture and flavor between sheets of filo pastry filled with chopped nuts and drizzled with syrup or honey.

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Believed to have originated by the Turkic people in Central Asian nations, Baklava is a dessert in many countries and prepared in several ways. The word “Baklava” first appeared in English in 1650.

If you’ve never tried baklava, there are several varieties. Walnuts, pecans, pistachios, or almonds can be used. The filling can be composed of raisins, dates, prunes and even figs. Most baklava recipes call for cinnamon, cardamom, or cloves – sometimes all three spices.

Preparing this dessert may be somewhat time-consuming. However, it is a treat worth the work and the wait.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalBaklavaDay

Try your hand at this complex dessert. It will be a satisfying achievement for any home cook. However, if you prefer, frequent your local bakery. They’ll be happy to show you their specials. When you do, give them a shout out.

Be sure to share with a friend or two while using #NationalBaklavaDay on social media.

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