Description
A quick and delicious dessert twist on classic baklava using toasted English muffins topped with a buttery nut mixture, creamy mascarpone cheese, and sweet honey. Perfect for a satisfying snack or an impressive treat with coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
Pistachio Walnut Mixture:
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1/3 cup pistachios
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter, softened or melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Other:
- English muffins
- Honey, to taste
- Mascarpone cheese, small dollops
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler: Preheat your oven’s broiler using the “Low Broil” setting to ensure gentle, even toasting without burning. Adjust according to your oven’s performance.
- Prepare Nut Mixture: Pulse walnuts and pistachios in a food processor until finely chopped, reserving a few spoonfuls for topping. In a small bowl, mix the chopped nuts with softened or melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Toast English Muffins: Place English muffin halves on a foil-lined baking sheet and toast under the broiler for about 3 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
- Add Nut Butter Mixture: Spread the prepared nut butter mixture evenly over the toasted English muffins. Return them to the oven positioned a few inches away from the broiler for about 1 minute until the topping is bubbly and slightly caramelized.
- Finish With Mascarpone and Honey: Place a small dollop of mascarpone cheese atop each muffin and gently swirl it to melt slightly. Sprinkle the reserved chopped nuts over the top and drizzle with honey to taste. Serve immediately alongside a cup of coffee for the perfect indulgence.
Notes
- Use the “Low Broil” setting to avoid burning the nuts and muffin tops.
- Adjust honey quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
- Use fresh pistachios and walnuts for the best flavor and texture.
- Mascarpone can be substituted with cream cheese if unavailable, though flavor will differ slightly.
- This recipe makes enough nut mixture for 2-3 servings; adjust ingredient quantities accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 English muffin half with topping
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
