250 ml water​
200 g sugar​
1 cinnamon stick​
1 tbsp lemon juice​
½ pack filo pastry sheets​
70 g butter​
3 tbsp sunflower oil​
150 g crushed pistachios

1. Combine the water, sugar, and cinnamon stick in Tefal saucepan. Bring to a boil and let it simmer until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add 2–3 drops of lemon juice to prevent crystallization. Set aside to cool.​
2. Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop and set aside.​
3. Unroll the filo pastry sheets on a clean work surface. Roll them into a single block, then cut into finger-thick slices.​
4. Lightly oil an Tefal Easy Fry air fryer basket or line it with parchment paper.​
5. Arrange the baklava slices in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.​
6. Mix the melted butter with sunflower oil, skimming off any foam from the butter if necessary.​
7. Brush or drizzle the butter mixture evenly over the baklava slices.​
8. Air fry at 170°C for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. (Cooking time may vary by air fryer model, so check for doneness.)​
9. Once cooked, gently drizzle the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. Sprinkle with crushed pistachios and serve each piece with a spoonful of thick cream.

Tips​
1. You can use almonds or pecans in addition to pistachios for added flavor.​
2. Ensure the syrup has cooled before drizzling it over the hot baklava to maintain its crisp texture.​
3. Traditionally, baklava is served with kaymak, a thick, rich cream, often made from buffalo milk, which is commonly used in Turkish and Balkan cuisine to accompany desserts and pastries.​
4. For perfectly crispy on the outside, moist on the inside results, use the Tefal Easy Fry Far-Infrared Vision Air Fryer (EY8218) or the Tefal Easy Fry Steam & Grill 3-in-1 (FW5018).
5. These models provide optimal airflow and moisture balance, ensuring an evenly golden, crunchy texture without drying out the pastry.


Halal-Friendly Disclaimer:​
We recommend checking product labels for halal certification, especially for butter, phyllo dough, and flavoring extracts to ensure compliance with dietary requirements. For extra peace of mind, choosing halal-certified brands is always a great option.