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Kunafa with Pistachio and Cheese: A Middle Eastern Delicacy

Kunafa Stuffed with Pistachio and Cheese

Ouissam Recipes
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Kunafa stuffed with pistachio and cheese. A perfect blend of crispy dough, gooey cheese, and crunchy pistachios, drizzled with fragrant syrup. This Middle Eastern classic is a must-try treat for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Middle East

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Small Saucepan
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 250g Kunafa dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 200g mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 100g ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp rosewater or orange blossom water (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preparation Steps:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).In a saucepan, heat sugar, water, and lemon juice until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 10 minutes, then add rosewater and set aside.
    Toss Kunafa dough with melted butter.
    Grease a baking dish and layer half of the buttered dough.
    Add a mix of mozzarella, ricotta, and crushed pistachios.
    Top with the remaining dough.Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
    Drizzle cooled syrup over the Kunafa. Let cool before serving.

Notes

Feel free to switch up the cheese with goat cheese or adjust the nuts according to your preference. Kunafa is best served warm or at room temperature.
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