[header] How to make baklava [title] Make the syrup a day ahead, so it will be room temperature the day you bake the baklava. [step] You should pour cool syrup over the hot baklava. Simmer the sugar, water, cinnamon and lemon for 30 minutes. 
Pour it into a jar and let it sit overnight. [title] Melt the butter over low heat and keep it warm throughout the process.