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Easy Kunafeh Recipe with Mozzarella

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A magical twist on a classic dessert, this Easy Kunafeh combines crispy kataifi pastry with rich mozzarella, drizzled with fragrant rose-scented syrup.

Ingredients

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  • 300 g Kataifi pastry
  • 350 g salted butter, melted
  • 300 g mozzarella or akkawi cheese
  • Room temperature water (for soaking the mozzarella)
  • 250 g ashta or mascarpone cheese
  • 250 ml rose-scented simple syrup
  • 3 Tbsp coarsely ground pistachios
  • 1–2 Tbsp dried edible rose petals
  • 250 ml water
  • 300 g white sugar
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp rose water or orange blossom water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheese: Soak the mozzarella (or akkawi cheese) in warm water for about 30 minutes to reduce saltiness. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 250 ml of water with 300 g of sugar, and bring to a simmer. Once dissolved, add 1 tsp of lemon juice and 2 Tbsp of rose water. Simmer for about 10 minutes to thicken.
  3. Prepare the Kataifi Pastry: Gently fluff and separate the kataifi strands with your hands.
  4. Butter It Up: In a bowl, mix the melted butter with the kataifi pastry until well-coated.
  5. Assemble the Base Layer: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread half of the kataifi mixture in a greased baking dish and press down gently.
  6. Add the Cheese Filling: Spread the mozzarella and ashta (or mascarpone) cheese evenly over the kataifi base.
  7. Top It Off: Cover the cheese with the remaining kataifi mixture and press gently.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Drizzle the Syrup: Pour the cooled syrup over the hot kunafeh and let it soak in.
  10. Garnish & Serve: Top with ground pistachios and rose petals. Serve warm.

Notes

Kunafeh pairs beautifully with Arabic coffee or mint tea and can be enhanced with ice cream.

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Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/easy-kunafeh-mozzarella-recipe/

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