Desserts

Knafeh recipe

Close-up of golden-brown knafeh pastry with a sprinkle of pistachios

Introduction:

Delight your taste buds with our Authentic Knafeh Recipe, a beloved Middle Eastern dessert renowned for its crispy layers of shredded phyllo dough, gooey cheese filling, and aromatic syrup. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a mouthwatering treat that will transport you to the streets of the Levant.

Knafeh Recipe Ingredients:

Dough:

4 cups kutaifi dough + 1/4 cup clarified butter (Below)

1 1/2 cups kutaifi dough + 1/4 cup clarified butter (On Top)
2 cups akawi cheese, shredded (Middle)

Akawi cheese ready to be covered — Transform your dessert game with our mouthwatering knafeh recipe!

Syrup:

2 cups water
1 cup sugar
Rose water, to taste

1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Freshly baked knafeh dessert with melted cheese oozing out. — Experience the magic of Middle Eastern cuisine with MY homemade knafeh!

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
In a bowl, gently separate the shredded phyllo dough strands. Drizzle with clarified butter and toss to coat.

Spread the first part of the phyllo dough evenly in the baking dish to form a base layer.
Sprinkle shredded akawi cheese over the base layer.
Layer the remaining phyllo dough on top of the cheese.

Bake for 30-45 minutes or until golden brown.
In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer until sugar dissolves.
Remove from heat and add rose water to the syrup.

Pour the hot syrup over the baked cold knafeh. Don’t add hot syrup on hot knafeh.
Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the knafeh.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Your Questions

Golden knafeh pastry almost ready to be served. — Each bite of our knafeh is a journey to the streets of the Levant.

What is knafeh?

Knafeh is a beloved Middle Eastern dessert featuring shredded phyllo dough layered with cheese or nuts and soaked in sweet syrup, renowned for its crispy exterior and gooey interior.

How to make knafeh Recipe

Prepare shredded phyllo dough with butter, layer it with cheese, and bake until golden. Then, drench in hot syrup and top with chopped nuts for a flavorful finish.

What is knafeh made of?

Knafeh comprises shredded phyllo dough, butter, cheese (like akawi or mozzarella), sugar, and water, with optional flavorings such as rose water. Garnish with chopped nuts.

How to make Lebanese knafeh

Create Lebanese knafeh by layering shredded phyllo dough with akawi cheese, baking until crisp, and dousing with hot sugar syrup. Serve sprinkled with pistachios.

Conclusion

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our authentic Kutaifi recipe, a beloved Middle Eastern dessert that is sure to captivate your senses. Whether served as a sweet ending to a special meal or enjoyed as a delightful treat any time of day, this homemade kutaifi is guaranteed to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Try it today and experience the magic of Middle Eastern cuisine in your own kitchen!