Pistachio Strawberry Kunafa Cups
Indulge in the exquisite fusion of creamy pistachio and fresh strawberry nestled within crispy kunafa cups. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, offering a burst of flavor and texture in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 200g kunafa noodles
- 100g unsalted butter, melted
- 100g chopped pistachios
- 150g fresh strawberries, diced
- 200ml sweetened condensed milk
- 100g cream cheese, softened
- 30g sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 50ml water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix kunafa noodles with melted butter until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, blend softened cream cheese with sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Gently fold in chopped pistachios and diced strawberries.
- Press small portions of the kunafa mixture into muffin tins to form cup shapes. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the cups to cool slightly before filling them with the pistachio-strawberry mixture.
- For the sauce, combine remaining diced strawberries, water, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; cook until syrupy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Drizzle warm strawberry sauce over filled kunafa cups and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (75g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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