Knafeh
Lebanese

Knafeh

A sweet cheese pastry soaked in sugar syrup and topped with pistachios.

SemolinaSemolina
CheeseCheese
SugarSugar
ButterButter
PistachioPistachio
Hard1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Knafeh is a beloved Lebanese dessert, often enjoyed during celebrations and special occasions, symbolizing sweetness and joy.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Prepare pastry dough.

  2. 2

    Layer dough with cheese.

  3. 3

    Bake and soak in sugar syrup.

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