Baklava is a dessert I grew up eating in all of it's forms. My favorite was always the creamy cashew, with pistachio coming in a close second. Having some Arabic heritage is something I've always been so proud of. I still remember my grandfather snacking on dates, nuts, and dried apricots constantly. A few years ago I made him a tray of baklava using his mother's recipe and he was thrilled. Since then, I've made this delectable treat over and over. This version with dates is exceptional. Sweet and buttery just like the traditional, with a combination of walnuts, pistachio, and chopped dates creates a creamy texture with lots of crunch. It's warm, homey, and addicting (don't say I didn't warn you)

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