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Kunafeh

by Nazreen Ebthisam
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Kunafeh

Kunafeh / Knafeh is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made with spun pastry, often called Kataifi. I layer the pastry on the bottom and top, sandwiching a creamy filling in between. Cream Kunafa delights with its textures, where the crispy pastry contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling. People across the Middle East love this dessert and enjoy it often during special occasions or festive celebrations.
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Kunafeh

Serves: 4 Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • Kunafah Dough - 250g
  • Butter / Ghee - 1/2 cup (melted)
  • Thick Cream - 1 cup
  • Mozzarella Cheese

FOR SYRUP:-

  • Sugar - 1 cup
  • Water - 1 cup
  • Lemon Juice - 1 tbsp
  • Cardamom Powder - 1 tsp

Instructions

  1. Shred kunafah dough and mix with butter.
  2. To a greased pan, layer half of the buttered kunafah dough and spread evenly pressing it with a spatula or back of a cup.
  3. Add the thick cream and spread evenly. Spread some mozzarella cheese.
  4. Add the remaining buttered kunafah dough and cover well.
  5. Bake in a pre heated oven at 200°C for 30 - 40 mins or till kunafah turn golden in color.
  6. Meanwhile prepare sugar syrup and pour over hot kunafah. Serve warm or chilled.