Knafeh with Pistachios

Knafeh with Pistachios is a delightful vegan dessert that features layers of crispy, golden shredded pastry filled with a rich, sweet pistachio cream. This Lebanese classic is perfect for sharing and offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Shredded phyllo dough - 100 grams
• Coconut oil - 50 grams, melted
• Unsweetened almond milk - 250 ml
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Powdered sugar - 50 grams
• Pistachios - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Rose water - 1 tablespoon
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a saucepan, combine almond milk, cornstarch, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder. Whisk over medium heat until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the rose water and half of the chopped pistachios. Set aside to cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, mix the shredded phyllo dough with melted coconut oil until well combined.
5. Grease a small baking dish (approximately 20x20 cm) with coconut oil. Spread half of the phyllo mixture evenly in the dish, pressing down to form a base.
6. Pour the pistachio cream evenly over the phyllo base, spreading it out to the edges.
7. Top with the remaining phyllo mixture, pressing down gently to compact it.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle the remaining chopped pistachios on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from pistachios, which can promote heart health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut oil and pistachios, providing sustained energy.

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