Traditional baklava designs from Turkey and its surrounding areas are widely popular. This sweet treat has a unique appearance and is typically cut in diamond or square shapes. Baklava is usually made from 30 to 40 layers of pastry dough prepared with a sweet filling and drizzled with syrup or rose water. The layers are baked for 5 to 10 minutes during the baking process. The star-shaped decorations on the sweet have been around since the 8th century. Baklava is traditionally served as a dessert for celebrations and feasts