Turkish Kunefe with Cheese
A classic Turkish dessert made with crispy kunefe pastry, melted cheese, and a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
- β1 package (about 200g) Kunefe pastry
- β250g Kashkaval cheese
- β2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- β2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- β1/4 cup Pistachios (chopped)
- β1 teaspoon Rose water (optional)optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Cut the kunefe pastry into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
- 3
Add the unsalted butter to the bowl and mix until the pastry is well-coated.
- 4
In a separate bowl, mix the kashkaval cheese with the granulated sugar.
- 5
Add the cheese mixture to the pastry bowl and mix until well combined.
- 6
Grease a baking dish with butter and arrange the pastry mixture in an even layer.
- 7
Bake the kunefe in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
Remove the kunefe from the oven and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- 9
Drizzle with rose water, if using.
- 10
Serve warm and enjoy!