Golden Crispy Kunafa
Experience the delight of this traditional Middle Eastern dessert featuring shredded phyllo dough baked to golden perfection. The buttery, crispy base is soaked in a sweet aromatic syrup immediately after baking. Topped with a generous sprinkling of crushed nuts for added texture. A simple yet elegant treat perfect for sharing.
Ingredients for 8 servings
Instructions
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1
Separate the strands of the Kunafa dough in a large bowl to loosen them.
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2
Pour 1/2 cup of melted butter over the dough and mix thoroughly until well coated.
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3
Grease a rectangular baking dish with 1 teaspoon of melted butter.
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4
Place the buttered dough into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
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5
Press the dough down firmly using a smaller dish or flat object to create a compact layer.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes.
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7
Move the dish to the upper rack and bake for another 5 minutes to golden brown the top.
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8
Remove from the oven and immediately pour the syrup evenly over the hot Kunafa.
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9
Garnish with crushed nuts, cut into squares, and serve.
