Kharouf Bil Jibn

Kharouf Bil Jibn is a delightful Lebanese dessert that combines the richness of cheese with sweet syrup, creating a perfect balance of flavors. It's high in protein, making it a satisfying treat for both dessert lovers and health enthusiasts.

Ingredients

• Ricotta cheese - 200 grams
• Semolina - 50 grams
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Butter - 30 grams (melted)
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Pistachios - 20 grams (chopped)
• Rose water - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, semolina, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
3. Add the melted butter to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
4. Grease a small baking dish with butter and pour the mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
6. While the kharouf is baking, prepare the syrup by heating honey and rose water in a small saucepan over low heat until combined. Do not boil.
7. Once the kharouf is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Drizzle the honey and rose water syrup over the warm kharouf and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature, enjoying the delightful combination of flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from ricotta cheese, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Offers healthy fats from butter and pistachios, supporting heart health.

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