The ultimate Kunafa
This incredible and the ultimate Kunafa recipe, a delicious and traditional Middle Eastern dessert that you’ll keep make it over and over. Kunafa is one of my favorite desserts, especially during holidays and celebrations. You may think that the recipe is difficult, but it is one of the easiest dessert. Just follow my instructions and you will get the best Kunafa recipe.
Step into a world where every bite is an experience – where exciting combinations of flavors and textures dance to your taste buds. Imagine that dessert is not just fun, but a journey of flavours, a symphony of indulgence. This is exactly what our luxuriously creamy Kunafa offers – a sensory adventure that will leave you craving for more. The taste will take you to the Arabian warm nights, where you’ll find your ral pleasure.
Imagine a golden-brown masterpiece, crisp and delicate, concealing a velvety secret within. As you take your first bite, the outer layers gently yield, unveiling the treasure concealed beneath – clotted cream, known as (qishtah) in Arabic. This traditional delight takes you on a journey back in time, to the heart of Middle Eastern flavors, where rich heritage meets modern indulgence.
Kunafa is not just a dessert; It is an experience, a moment of absolute culinary ecstasy. Whether you enjoy it on a lazy afternoon, share it with loved ones after a meal, or serve it as the piece de resistance at a gathering, this clotted cream-filled kunafa promises to be the star of the show.
Did I mention that Kunafa can be filled with cheese, cream, or any kind of nuts such as pistachios or walnuts? That’s why kunafa is easy to make and special dessert, you can fill it as a desire, some people filled it with mango and even Nutella!
Where do you find the kunafa dough to prepare the ultimate kunafa?
Kunafa dough can be made at home or you can buy it from any store that sells Arabic products, just ask for the shreded phyllo dough or Kunafa dough and they will tell you where to find it!
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The ultimate Kunafa
Ingredients
For the kunafa:
- 400g kunafa dough (shredded phyllo dough)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
For the filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- 3 Toast
For the sugar syrup:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of orange blossom water or rose water
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sugar Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Add the orange blossom water or rose water if using, then remove from heat. Allow the syrup to cool while you prepare the rest of the dessert.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- Cut the toast into cubes.
- In a saucepan, pour the milk, cream, sugar and cornstarch. Stir the mixture over medium heat, then add the bread cubes.
- Continue stirring, and use a hand whisk to smooth the pudding, bring it to simmer. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
3. Assemble the Kunafa:
- Preheat your oven to 365°F (180°C).
- In a large bowl cut the kunafa dough into 1 inch slices, drizzle the melted butter over the kunafa dough with the powdered sugar. Mix all together with your hands.
- Take half of the shredded kunafa dough and spread it in a greased 23 cm round baking pan. Press it down gently with a cup to create an even layer.
- Spread the clotted cream filling mixture over the dough.
Cover the filling with the remaining half of the kunafa dough, pressing it down gently.
4. Bake kunafa in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes or until the kunafa turns golden brown and crispy on top.
5. Once the kunafa is out of the oven, flip it carefully in a serving dish. Pour the cooled sugar syrup over the hot kunafa. Be sure to evenly distribute the syrup. Allow the kunafa to rest for about 10-15 minutes to soak up the syrup.
Optional: sprinkle chopped pistachios on top of the kunafa for added flavor and decoration.
