Afyonkarahisar Hurma Baklavasi


Product Description and Distinguishing Features:

Afyonkarahisar Date Baklava / Afyon Date Baklava is a traditional sweet treat crafted by portioning a dough made from wheat flour, butter, sunflower oil, baking powder, milk, walnut kernels, and apple vinegar. Once the dough is shaped, it is baked in the oven and then generously soaked in syrup to enhance its rich flavor.

Afyonkarahisar Hurma Baklavasi

Afyonkarahisar Date Baklava / Afyon Date Baklava is a dessert that holds an important place in the rich culinary heritage of Afyonkarahisar province. Its distinctive shape, which resembles a date fruit, and the use of regional terms like "furma" and "fırma" in nearby areas have led to it also being called furma baklava or fırma baklava.

With deep historical roots, the preparation of Afyonkarahisar Date Baklava requires a high level of expertise, particularly in forming its unique shape, preparing the sweet syrup, and following traditional methods specific to the region. Because of these distinctive features, it is strongly tied to its geographical origin and has earned a notable reputation.

Production, Processing, and Other Operations to Take Place Within the Geographical Boundary:

The creation of Afyonkarahisar Date Baklava / Afyon Date Baklava, deeply rooted in history, demands a high level of craftsmanship. Particular attention is required in the shaping of the dough, the preparation of the syrup, and the use of region-specific techniques. Because of these traditional practices, every step in the production process takes place exclusively within the designated geographical region, reinforcing the strong link between its renowned identity and its place of origin.