Kataifi Cones | Everyday Gourmet S7 E89

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide similar texture with lower cost.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

Prepare the kataifi dough by bringing it to room temperature.

Make the ricotta filling by mixing fresh ricotta, walnuts, honey, vanilla bean, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom in a bowl.

Start wrapping the kataifi around the cone-shaped molds, tying it tightly to prevent unraveling.

Sprinkle a little butter on top of the kataifi before baking.

Place the cones in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare the syrup by combining sugar, rose water, lemon, and water in a saucepan.

Once the cones are baked, remove them from the oven and drizzle the cooled syrup over the top.

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