Most DELICIOUS Desert in the Middle East: Knafeh in 3 Steps

unsalted cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Ricotta provides a lighter option while mozzarella is more accessible.

shredded phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat phyllo

💰Cheaper: regular phyllo

Whole wheat adds fiber, while regular is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and reduces saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

Make the simple syrup by combining 1.5 cups sugar and 1 cup water in a pot on high heat, stirring until the sugar melts completely.

Shred the knafeh dough into small pieces, about the size of your hand.

Melt 2 sticks of butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds until just melted, then mix with the shredded dough until coated.

Shred mozzarella cheese by hand into small pieces.

Combine the shredded dough and mozzarella cheese to prepare for baking.

Cooking Techniques

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