High Protein Kadaif
Elevate your dessert game with this delectable and nutritious High Protein Kadaif, a modern twist on a traditional Middle Eastern favorite. This recipe transforms the classic shredded pastry dessert with a nutty, protein-packed filling featuring walnuts, almonds, and vanilla-flavored protein powder. Layers of buttery kadaif are baked to golden perfection, then soaked in a fragrant honey-lemon syrup for just the right amount of sweetness. Topped with a luscious dollop of creamy Greek yogurt, each bite offers a delightful balance of textures and a protein boost that sets this dessert apart. Perfect for health-conscious foodies or anyone who loves a guilt-free indulgence, this High Protein Kadaif is ideal for satisfying sweet cravings while supporting your nutrition goals. Ready in just an hour, this dessert serves 8 and is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Kadaif pastry
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Walnuts
- 100 grams Almonds
- 50 grams Protein powder (vanilla flavored)
- 100 ml Honey
- 150 ml Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Place the kadaif pastry in a large bowl and gently separate the strands. Pour the melted butter over the strands and mix well to coat evenly.
Spread half of the buttered kadaif pastry evenly in the greased baking dish and press it down gently.
In a food processor, finely chop the walnuts and almonds, then mix in the protein powder.
Sprinkle the nut and protein powder mixture evenly over the bottom layer of kadaif in the baking dish.
Cover with the remaining kadaif pastry, pressing it down gently to flatten.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
While the kadaif is baking, in a medium saucepan, combine honey, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
Once the kadaif is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the honey syrup evenly over the entire dish, allowing it to soak in and sweeten the pastry.
Let the kadaif cool completely at room temperature, allowing the syrup to fully soak in.
Cut the kadaif into squares and serve each piece with a dollop of Greek yogurt on top for added protein and creaminess.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.6 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.0 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.4 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.8 g | ||
| Protein | 103.1 g | 206% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 852 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1323 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
