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Künefe
Medium 35 min~450 kcal 2/10
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Künefe
A Hatay-style künefe that weaves kadayif like a thin mat around melty cheese, then finishes it with hot syrup and pistachio.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 8~430 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 25 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep35 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
- 500 gr Kadayif pastry
- 350 gr Kunefe cheese
- 180 gr Butter
- 500 gr Sugar
- 80 gr Pistachios
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Separate the kadayif into fine strands and toss it strand by strand with butter.
- 2
Press half the kadayif firmly into the kunefe pan.
- 3
Spread the cheese in the middle and cover with the remaining kadayif.
- 4
Boil the water and sugar for 10 minutes to make a hot syrup.
10 min10:00 - 5
Brown the kunefe on the stovetop for 25 minutes, turning it as it cooks.
25 min25:00 - 6
Pour over the hot syrup and serve while the cheese still stretches.
💡 Tip: Press the kadayif thinly and evenly into the tray; the bottom browns as one piece.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with pistachios and clotted cream.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
9
g protein
49
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 9%Carbs 48%Fat 43%
GI 27 · Low GIGL 13 · Medium GL
64.1g
Sugar
2.3g
Fiber
457.9mg
Sodium
12.8g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
2/10Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Künefe make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Künefe take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 60 minutes in total.Is Künefe difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Künefe have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 9g, carbs: 49g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Künefe contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Tree nuts, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Künefe need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Künefe filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 2/10; keeps you full only briefly, you may get hungry quickly. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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