Knafeh Bil Pistachio

Knafeh Bil Pistachio is a delightful Lebanese dessert featuring layers of crispy shredded pastry, filled with creamy cheese and topped with crushed pistachios. This indulgent treat is infused with a fragrant orange blossom syrup, making it a perfect end to any meal.

Ingredients

• Knafeh dough - 100 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams, melted
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Akawi cheese - 100 grams, soaked in water and shredded
• Pistachios - 30 grams, crushed
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Orange blossom water - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, and bring to a boil. Stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat and add orange blossom water. Set aside to cool.
3. In a large bowl, mix the shredded Knafeh dough with melted butter until thoroughly combined.
4. In a greased baking dish (around 20 cm x 20 cm), spread half of the Knafeh dough mixture evenly at the bottom, pressing down to form a layer.
5. In another bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella and Akawi cheese together. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the Knafeh base.
6. Cover the cheese with the remaining Knafeh dough, pressing down gently to secure it.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and immediately pour the cooled sugar syrup evenly over the Knafeh.
9. Let it soak for about 10 minutes, then garnish with crushed pistachios and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 25 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Pistachios are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, which can support heart health.
• Cheese provides calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance.

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