Kunafa tiramisu /New year special Dessert

mascarpone cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat and calories, while cream cheese is more affordable.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

coffee liqueur

🥗Healthier: espresso

💰Cheaper: coffee syrup

Espresso retains the coffee flavor without added sugars.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Almonds and walnuts are more accessible and cost-effective.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Melt unsalted butter in a large bowl.

Shred kunafa pastry and mix with melted butter until well coated.

Spread the kunafa mixture evenly in a baking dish and bake until golden, about 20-25 minutes.

While the kunafa bakes, prepare the tiramisu filling by mixing mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.

Brew espresso and mix with coffee liqueur in a shallow dish.

Once the kunafa is baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Soak the kunafa in the espresso mixture, ensuring it absorbs the flavor.

Layer half of the soaked kunafa in a serving dish, followed by half of the mascarpone filling.

Repeat the layers with the remaining kunafa and mascarpone filling.

Dust the top layer with cocoa powder and sprinkle with crushed pistachios.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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