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Kataifi pastries filled with chopped nuts, wrapped in shredded phyllo dough, and drizzled with syrup, arranged on a plate with a garnish of pistachios.

Kataifi

Kataifi is a Greek dessert made from shredded phyllo dough filled with nuts and drenched in sweet syrup. It’s a crispy, syrupy treat
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, greek
Servings 10 pieces
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450g) Kataifi dough
  • 1 cup (100g) Walnuts (chopped)
  • 1 cup (200g) Sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) Water
  • ½ cup (120ml) Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
  • ½ cup (115g) Butter (melted)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the kataifi dough in a baking pan and drizzle with melted butter.
  • Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the dough.
  • Roll the dough into small, tight rolls and place in the pan.
  • Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown.
  • In a saucepan, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, water, honey, and lemon juice. Pour it over the hot kataifi and let soak.

Notes

  • Ensure the kataifi dough is evenly spread for uniform baking.
  • You can replace walnuts with pistachios for a different flavor.
  • Let the syrup soak in before serving to enhance the flavor.
Keyword greek desserts, Kataifi