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Bread Kunafa

Cultural Context

Bread Kunafa, a beloved dessert in Middle Eastern cuisine, is thought to have originated in the Levant region, particularly in Lebanon and Syria. Traditionally served during Ramadan and special occasions, it symbolizes hospitality and celebration. The dish features layers of crispy bread soaked in sweet syrup, often filled with creamy cheese or nuts. Today, variations of kunafa can be found globally, each reflecting local flavors and ingredients, making it a versatile favorite.

Middle EasternLBdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
Sugar
Water
Cardamom
Milk 1 cup
Milk powder 2 tbsp
Cornflour 1.5 tbsp
Bread slices 10
Egg 2
Vermicelli semi roasted 1.5 cup
Oil / butter / ghee

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a lighter texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are more accessible and still provide crunch.

1

Combine sugar, water, and cardamom in a pot and heat until sugar dissolves.

2

In a bowl, mix milk, milk powder, and cornflour until smooth.

3

Tear the bread slices into pieces and mix with the milk mixture.

4

Add beaten eggs to the bread mixture and combine well.

5

In a pan, heat oil/butter/ghee and add the vermicelli, stirring until semi-roasted.

6

Layer the bread mixture in a baking dish, followed by the vermicelli layer.

7

Bake in the oven until golden brown.

8

Pour the sugar syrup over the baked kunafa and let it cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

KnafehKunafeh

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