Recipe: Here's an Easy Way to Make the Middle East's Famous Dessert, Knafeh

Knafeh or Kunafa

The combination of crispy kataifi, sweet sugar syrup, and crunchy nuts makes it a real treat. Credits: Unsplash

1. Prepare the Kataifi Dough

Place the shredded dough in a large bowl and drizzle the melted butter over it. Ensure every strand is coated. Credits: Instagram Credits: Unsplash

2. Layer the Dough

ake half of the buttered kataifi dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Credits: Unsplash

3. Add the Nut Filling

Sprinkle the finely chopped pistachios and take the remaining half of the buttered kataifi dough and spread it over the nut layer. Again, press it down firmly to create the top layer Credits: Unsplash

4. Bake

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes. Credits: Unsplash

5. Prepare & Pour Sugar Syrup

Make the sugar syrup. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice and immediately pour the hot sugar syrup evenly over it. Credits: Unsplash

6. Cut and Serve

Once it has cooled and set, cut the knafeh into square or diamond-shaped pieces. Serve and enjoy! Credits: Unsplash

This quick and easy knafeh recipe is a delightful Middle Eastern dessert that's sure to impress your guests. Credits: Unsplash