Decadent Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa Dessert for Ramadan or Any Celebration
Golden layers of crispy kunafa, silky chocolate, and the earthy crunch of pistachios come together in this show-stopping dessert. Whether you’re preparing it for a special Ramadan iftar, Eid celebration, or simply indulging in a luxurious sweet treat, this dessert promises to impress. The buttery strands of kunafa soak up a lightly sweetened syrup, balancing the richness of the chocolate, while the pistachios add a nutty, aromatic finish.
Equipment
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 250 g kunafa dough (kataifi)
- 150 g butter (melted)
- 200 g semi-sweet or dark chocolate (chopped)
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 80 g crushed pistachios
- 120 ml sugar syrup
- 1 tsp rose water or orange blossom water (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter and toss it with the kunafa dough until well coated.
- Grease a baking dish and spread half of the kunafa dough, pressing gently to form a base.
- Heat heavy cream until it just simmers, then pour over chopped chocolate and stir into a smooth ganache.
- Spread the ganache over the kunafa base and sprinkle crushed pistachios.
- Cover with the rest of the kunafa dough, pressing lightly.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Drizzle warm sugar syrup over the hot kunafa.
- Top with extra pistachios and rose petals if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Serve warm for the best texture. Reheat leftovers in the oven to keep them crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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