9Baklava (Greece)
Perhaps the Mediterranean’s most famous dessert, baklava is beloved throughout Greece. Thin layers of crispy phyllo pastry are generously filled with chopped walnuts or pistachios, baked until golden, and soaked in fragrant honey syrup flavored with cinnamon and cloves.
Each region has its own variation, but Greek baklava is particularly known for its rich honey flavor and delicate balance of spices. Despite its luxurious taste, it pairs beautifully with strong Greek coffee, creating one of the country’s most traditional dessert experiences.
