Low Carb Kunafa
Indulge in the rich flavors of a Middle Eastern classic with a modern twist—Low Carb Kunafa! This keto-friendly dessert brings you all the decadence of traditional kunafa without the carb-heavy ingredients. Featuring a unique crust made from almond flour and melted mozzarella, this recipe is layered with silky heavy cream and topped with a fragrant syrup infused with rose water and orange blossom water. Finished with a sprinkle of crunchy pistachios, it’s perfect for anyone seeking a guilt-free yet indulgent treat. Ready in under an hour, this grain-free, sugar-free version of kunafa is as easy to make as it is delightful to serve. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, this low-carb dessert is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Almond flour
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Butter, melted
- 1 cup Sweetener (granulated erythritol or similar)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Rose water
- 1 tablespoon Orange blossom water
- 0.5 cup Pistachios, chopped
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking dish (approximately 10 inches in diameter) with a bit of butter.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the mozzarella cheese and half of the butter, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and combined with the butter.
Mix the almond flour into the cheese and butter mixture, stirring until it forms a dough-like consistency.
Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even base layer.
In a separate saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetener, water, rose water, orange blossom water, and salt. Stir occasionally until the sweetener dissolves completely, and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Pour the heavy cream over the base layer in the dish, spreading it evenly.
Cover the cream layer with the remaining dough mixture, pressing gently to form an even top layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Remove the kunafa from the oven and pour the prepared sugar syrup evenly over the top while still hot.
Allow the kunafa to cool slightly, and garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.
Cut into slices and serve warm. Enjoy your low-carb kunafa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 451.5 g | 579% | |
| Saturated Fat | 208.1 g | 1040% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 931 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 2097 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.2 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 107.8 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 2152 mg | 166% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.
