Ingredients
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250g
Angel hair (Kadayif)
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250g
Peynir or Mozzarella
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125g
Butter
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Pistachio powder
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For the syrup
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250g
Sugar
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Water
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tablespoon
Lemon juice
Directions
Künefe is a Turkish cheesecake made with Kadayif (angel hair) and cheese.
This Turkish dessert is not very healthy but it is so good!
Which Cheese for the Künefe recipe?
A fibrous, unsalted cheese made from a mixture of cow’s milk and sheep’s milk
Turks use a desalted cheese like Dil Peynir which is a fibrous, unsalted cheese made from a mixture of sheep’s milk and cow’s milk. If you don’t have Peynir, Mozzarella or Ricotta cheese will do very well.
Steps
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1
Done
10min
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Preparation of the syrupIn a saucepan, dilute the sugar in 12cl of water. Place the pan on the heat and mix well. Skim off the white foam that forms on top and add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the boil. Stir for another 3 minutes on the heat and set aside. |
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2
Done
5min
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Preparation of angel hairMelt the butter and set aside. Lent and cut the angel hair with scissors (in small pieces of 1 to 2 cm) in a large dish and mix them with the warm melted butter, taking care to work the dough evenly. Divide your Künefe dough into two equal portions. |
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3
Done
20min
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Dressing and cooking your homemade KünefeIn a medium-sized pan, spread the first half of the Künefe dough and cover with Peynir or shredded Mozzarella. If you like, you can add a few crushed pistachios on top. Add the second part of your buttered angel hair on top. Fry for about 10 minutes over medium heat until the dough browns. Using a plate or lid, turn the cheesecake over and bake for another 10 minutes on the other side. |
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4
Done
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Your Turkish Cheesecake is ready!And that's it, you've made a delicious Turkish Künefe at home! Sprinkle it with cold syrup, add some pistachio powder and serve it hot with some Kaymak (or Mascarpone). |
