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Hasır Künefe
Hard 1 hr~430 kcal 2/10
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Künefe
A hot Hatay dessert of buttery kadayıf and melting cheese, finished with syrup and pistachio while the strands still crackle.
Medium⏱️ 35 min📖 1 min readServes 4~450 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 20 min cook
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Timeline
Total 35 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the künefe
- 250 gr Shredded kadayif pastry
- 200 gr Kunefe cheese
- 100 gr Melted butter
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Pistachios
For the syrup
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) sugar
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Prepare the syrup by boiling the sugar and water, then add the lemon juice and let it cool.
9 min09:00 - 2
Pull the shredded pastry apart and mix it with the melted butter.
- 3
Press half into a pan, spread the cheese over it, and cover with the remaining pastry.
- 4
Cook over medium heat until both sides are golden.
14 min14:00 - 5
Pour the cold syrup over the hot pastry and finish with pistachios.
💡 Tip: Soak the cheese overnight if it is very salty, that keeps the dessert rich without turning the center too sharp.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with a shower of pistachios and strong tea.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 71% match~450
kcal calories
10
g protein
55
g carbs
22
g fat
Protein 9%Carbs 48%Fat 43%
GI 33 · Low GIGL 18 · Medium GL
86.4g
Sugar
2.1g
Fiber
316.5mg
Sodium
1.1g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (71%); values are estimates.
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
- Milk
- Tree nuts
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 4.How long does Künefe take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 35 minutes in total.Is Künefe difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Künefe have?
Approximately 450 kcal per serving. Protein: 10g, carbs: 55g, fat: 22g.Which allergens does Künefe contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Künefe need?
This recipe needs 7 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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