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Baklava Honey Muffins

Baklava Honey Muffins combine the warm, spiced flavor of traditional baklava with the soft, portable charm of muffins. Packed with nuts and glazed with honey, they’re perfect for brunch or dessert—no phyllo required!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Fusion, Mediterranean-Inspired
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 295 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin tin
  • Paper muffin liners
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Pastry brush (for glaze)
  • Zester (for lemon)

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Wet Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Nut Filling:

  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts toasted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios toasted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Honey Glaze:

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or orange blossom water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners and lightly spray with oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine nut filling ingredients: toasted walnuts, pistachios, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk wet ingredients: Greek yogurt, honey, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and lemon zest.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Spoon batter halfway into each muffin cup. Add a teaspoon of nut filling, then top with more batter to cover.
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes, until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • While muffins are still warm, brush tops with honey glaze. Let glaze soak in and muffins cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Toast the nuts beforehand for better flavor.
For extra flair, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top before baking.
Muffins store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
These are excellent with a side of Greek yogurt or tea.
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