Healthier Vegan Baklava Cups Recipe

Introduction

These Healthier Vegan Baklava Cups offer a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining nutty flavors with a naturally sweet and wholesome base. Perfectly portioned in mini cups, they make an elegant treat that’s both satisfying and better-for-you.

Ingredients

• 130g oat flour*
• Pinch of salt
• 50g coconut oil, melted
• 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
• 25g ground almonds
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tbsp warm water
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1/2 tbsp milk of choice
• 50g pistachios, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cardamom
• 1/4 tsp orange blossom water (optional**)
• 1/4 tsp rose water (optional**)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix the oat flour, a pinch of salt, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup to form the base. Lightly brush mini cupcake moulds with oil and press the base mixture evenly into each cup.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed with warm water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to thicken.
4. Step 4: Mix the ground almonds, baking powder, a pinch of salt, maple syrup, coconut oil, milk of choice, and the flaxseed mixture. Divide this frangipane mixture evenly among the cups, leaving space for the topping.
5. Step 5: In another bowl, mix chopped pistachios, maple syrup, cinnamon, cardamom, and if using, orange blossom and rose water.
6. Step 6: Spoon the pistachio topping over the frangipane layer in each cup and press down lightly.
7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes. Allow to cool completely before carefully removing the baklava cups from the moulds.

Tips & Variations

• Use gluten-free oats to make the oat flour if you’re gluten intolerant or allergic.*
• If you can’t find orange blossom or rose water, simply omit them—the flavors are lovely additions but not essential.
• Press the base firmly into the mould to ensure it holds together when baked and removed.
• Try swapping pistachios for walnuts or pecans for a different nutty twist.

Storage

Store the baklava cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently in the oven for a few minutes if desired to bring back some crispness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the oat flour myself?

Yes, simply blend rolled oats in a high-speed blender until finely ground to create oat flour at home.

Are these really vegan and healthier than traditional baklava?

Yes, these use plant-based ingredients like coconut oil and maple syrup instead of butter and refined sugar, making them vegan and a lighter alternative to classic baklava.

*Oats blended into a fine flour in a high-speed blender. Use gluten-free oats if you’re allergic or intolerant to gluten.

**Orange blossom and rose water are optional but add a wonderful floral aroma. They can be found in some supermarkets, Middle Eastern stores, or online.

Healthier Vegan Baklava Cups Recipe

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These Healthier Vegan Baklava Cups are a delightful twist on traditional baklava, featuring a wholesome oat flour base, a rich frangipane layer made with ground almonds and flaxseed, and a fragrant pistachio topping with warming spices. Baked to perfection, these mini treats are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with optional floral notes, making them a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for any occasion.

• Author: Joe
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 mini baklava cups 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Vegan, Middle Eastern-inspired
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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For the base

• 130g oat flour*
• Pinch of salt
• 50g coconut oil, melted
• 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup

For the frangipane layer

• 25g ground almonds
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tbsp warm water
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1/2 tbsp milk of choice

For the pistachio layer

• 50g pistachios, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cardamom
• 1/4 tsp orange blossom water (optional)**
• 1/4 tsp rose water (optional)**

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F to prepare for baking the baklava cups.
2. Prepare Base Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine oat flour, a pinch of salt, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until you form a consistent dough-like mixture.
3. Form Base in Moulds: Lightly brush mini cupcake molds with oil to prevent sticking. Press the base mixture evenly into the 12 mini muffin cups (approximate size 10×8 inch tray), forming a foundation layer for each cup.
4. Make Flaxseed Gel: In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 1 tablespoon of warm water and leave it to set for 10 minutes until it becomes gelatinous. This acts as an egg replacer and binder.
5. Prepare Frangipane Layer: In another bowl, combine ground almonds, baking powder, pinch of salt, the set flaxseed gel, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and milk of your choice. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
6. Add Frangipane to Cups: Divide the frangipane mixture evenly among the base cups, leaving space on top for the pistachio layer.
7. Mix Pistachio Topping: In a separate bowl, mix finely chopped pistachios with maple syrup, cinnamon, cardamom, and optional orange blossom and rose waters. Stir well to combine the flavors.
8. Top Baklava Cups: Spoon the pistachio mixture on top of each cup and press down gently to adhere it to the frangipane layer.
9. Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cups are set and lightly golden.
10. Cool and Remove: Allow the baklava cups to cool completely in the molds before gently removing them to maintain their shape and texture.

Notes

• * Oat flour is made by blending oats into a fine flour using a high-speed blender. Use gluten-free oats if avoiding gluten.
• ** Orange blossom water and rose water are optional ingredients that add floral notes. They can be found in major supermarkets’ baking or world food sections, Asian/Middle Eastern shops, or online.

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