Saudi Kunafa – Recipe for Saudi Kunafa – How to Prepare Saudi Kunafa

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Saudi Kunafa – Recipe for Saudi Kunafa – How to Prepare Saudi Kunafa

Saudi Kunafa is one of the most delicious desserts in Saudi cuisine. In addition to its rich taste, it’s known for its high nutritional value. This easy-to-make dessert requires only 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking and baking. In this article, we provide the ingredients for six servings along with the preparation method, hoping you enjoy this delightful dessert, often served after Iftar during Ramadan.

Ingredients for Saudi Kunafa:

Saudi Kunafa

 

  • 1 package of kunafa dough (about 500 grams).
  • 100 grams of melted butter.
  • 1 cup of white sugar.
  • 1 cup of low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese.

For the Filling:

  • 2 tablespoons of white sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
  • 1 egg, beaten.
  • 1 cup of liquid milk.
  • 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.

Preparation Method:

  1. Prepare the Kunafa Dough:

    • Place the kunafa dough in a large bowl and crumble it well.
    • Add the melted butter and sugar, mixing all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

  2. Prepare the Baking Dish:

    • Grease a suitable baking pan with a little butter.
    • Spread half of the kunafa dough mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan.

  3. Prepare the Filling:

    • In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the vanilla, white sugar, beaten egg, cornstarch, and milk.
    • Stir the mixture continuously over medium heat until the cornstarch dissolves and the mixture thickens. This will be your filling.

  4. Assemble the Kunafa:

    • Pour the prepared filling evenly over the first layer of kunafa dough in the baking pan.
    • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the filling.
    • Spread the remaining half of the crumbled kunafa dough on top.

  5. Baking:

    • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
    • Once heated, place the kunafa in the oven and bake until the top turns golden brown.

  6. Serving:

    • Remove the kunafa from the oven and cut it into your desired shape and size.
    • Flip the pieces onto a serving plate and enjoy.

Your Saudi Kunafa is now ready to be served! Enjoy this sweet treat with your family or guests, and savor its rich flavor. Bon appétit!

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