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How to Make Kunafa with Cream (Easy Recipe for Beginners)

 Here's a simple, beginner-friendly recipe for Kunafa with Cream—a luscious Middle Eastern dessert with a crispy shredded pastry crust and a smooth creamy filling. Let's get into it!




How to Make Kunafa with Cream (Easy Recipe for Beginners)

🧺 Ingredients

For the Kunafa:

  • 500g (1 lb) kunafa dough (shredded phyllo dough, found in Middle Eastern stores or frozen section)

  • 200g (7 oz) melted butter or ghee

For the Cream Filling:

  • 2 cups milk

  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1 teaspoon rose water or orange blossom water (optional)

For the Sugar Syrup (Ater):

  • 1 cup sugar

  • ½ cup water

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon rose water or orange blossom water (optional)

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Sugar Syrup:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and ½ cup water.

  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes.

  • Add lemon juice and flavoring (rose/orange blossom water).

  • Let it cool to room temperature.

2. Make the Cream Filling (Ashta-style):

  • In a saucepan, mix milk, sugar, and cornstarch.

  • Cook over medium heat while whisking continuously.

  • Once thickened (like custard), remove from heat and stir in flavoring.

  • Let it cool slightly.

3. Prepare the Kunafa Dough:

  • Tear or shred kunafa dough into small pieces using your hands or scissors.

  • Pour the melted butter/ghee over it and mix well to coat all strands.

4. Assemble the Kunafa:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

  • Grease a round baking dish (9–10 inches).

  • Press half the kunafa dough into the bottom of the dish firmly.

  • Spread the cream filling evenly.

  • Cover with the remaining kunafa dough, pressing gently.

5. Bake:

  • Bake for 30–40 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top.

  • Optional: broil the top for 1–2 minutes to add extra crispness.

6. Add Syrup & Serve:

  • Immediately after removing from the oven, pour the cooled sugar syrup evenly over the hot kunafa.

  • Let it rest for 10–15 minutes to absorb the syrup.

  • Slice and serve warm!

🍽️ Serving Tips

  • Garnish with crushed pistachios or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

  • Pairs beautifully with Arabic coffee or mint tea.



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