Sugar-Free Kunafa
Indulge guilt-free with this delightful Sugar-Free Kunafa, a modern spin on the Middle Eastern classic dessert. Made with buttery shredded phyllo dough (kataifi), a creamy blend of mozzarella and ricotta cheeses, and a naturally sweetened syrup infused with rose water and orange blossom water, this recipe delivers all the rich, fragrant flavors of traditional kunafa without the added sugar. Perfect for diabetics or those seeking a low-sugar dessert option, this recipe uses an erythritol-based sweetener for the syrup, ensuring a deliciously sticky finish that pairs beautifully with the crunchy phyllo and vibrant crunch of pistachios. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes of baking, this sugar-free kunafa is quick, elegant, and guaranteed to impress your guests. Serve it warm for a truly unforgettable treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Shredded phyllo dough (kataifi)
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 300 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 200 grams Ricotta cheese
- 100 grams Erythritol-based sweetener
- 240 ml Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Rose water
- 1 tablespoon Orange blossom water
- 50 grams Pistachios, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Unroll the shredded phyllo dough and gently separate and fluff the strands using your fingers.
Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, pour it over the phyllo dough and mix thoroughly with your hands until all the strands are well coated with butter.
In a bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella and ricotta cheese together.
Grease a 30 cm (12-inch) round baking pan. Spread half of the buttered phyllo dough evenly in the pan, pressing it down gently to create a uniform layer.
Evenly spread the cheese mixture over the layer of phyllo dough in the pan.
Cover the cheese with the remaining phyllo dough and press it down gently, ensuring the top is evenly layered.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
While the kunafa is baking, prepare the sugar-free syrup. In a small saucepan, combine the erythritol-based sweetener and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sweetener.
Once the mixture boils, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add the lemon juice, rose water, and orange blossom water to the syrup. Stir well, then remove from heat and let it cool.
Once the kunafa is baked, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot kunafa.
Let the kunafa sit for at least 10 minutes to absorb the syrup, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
Cut into slices and serve warm. Enjoy your sugar-free kunafa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.1 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.1 g | 656% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 3616 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 488.1 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 148.7 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3165 mg | 243% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1483 mg | 32% | |
*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.
