Knafeh Bel Karamel

Knafeh Bel Karamel is a delightful Lebanese dessert that combines the traditional crispy layers of shredded phyllo dough with a rich caramel sauce, offering a unique twist on the classic. This high-protein version is both indulgent and nutritious, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.

Ingredients

• Knafeh dough - 100 grams
• Low-fat ricotta cheese - 100 grams
• Greek yogurt - 50 grams
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Unsalted butter - 25 grams
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chopped pistachios - 20 grams
• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa) - 20 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, and bring to a boil to make a simple syrup, then let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with Greek yogurt and cardamom powder until smooth.
4. Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the shredded Knafeh dough and stir for about 5 minutes until it becomes golden and crispy.
5. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the crispy Knafeh dough at the bottom, followed by the cheese mixture, and then top with the remaining Knafeh dough.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden brown.
7. Once baked, remove from the oven and pour the prepared syrup over the hot Knafeh. Let it absorb for 5 minutes.
8. Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the Knafeh, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from ricotta cheese and Greek yogurt, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants from dark chocolate and pistachios, which can improve heart health.

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