From Better Homes and Gardens

This classic Greek dessert is renowned for its layers of paper-thin phyllo and cinnamon-walnut filling all drenched with a honey syrup.

Baklava

From Better Homes and Gardens

These savory appetizers have a custard filling and an olive topper.

Feta Custard in Phyllo Cups

From Food & Wine

Like sugar, honey caramelizes as it cooks. Here, warm honey is drizzled over a mixture of goat cheese and Greek yogurt, where it cools to a caramel-like consistency. For a crunchier topping, heat the honey until it reaches 250 degrees on a candy thermometer.

Honeyed Goat Cheese Tart with Pistachio Crust

From Food & Wine

These tartlets, made with layered sheets of phyllo and almond cream, are a riff on baklava: "My mom's family is from Lebanon, so I grew up loving baklava," chef Jason Travi says. If you can, fill the tartlets with Bartlett pears, which are sweet but not very juicy (too much liquid will make the phyllo soggy).

Flaky Pear Tartlets

From Better Homes and Gardens

A mix of dried fruits and nuts, a splash of brandy, and warm spices make this pastry dessert simply divine. Cut it into diamonds, which is traditional for this Greek treat.

Cherry Apricot Pistachio Baklava

From Better Homes and Gardens

Reminiscent of Greek baklava, yet easier to make, these tiny pastries burst with rich honey-nut filling. Brew a pot of tea to serve with them.

Nut Wedges

From Better Homes and Gardens

This succulent take on the classic Greek snack gets its rich flavor from feta cheese and spinach. Phyllo dough dries very quickly so keep sheets covered until needed.

Spinach Phyllo Triangles

From Diabetic Living

Replace butter with fat-free butter-flavor nonstick cooking spray to make this low-fat version of baklava.

Pistachio-Apple Baklava