Pistachio Kadayif
Pistachio Kadayif is a delectable Middle Eastern dessert that features layers of crispy shredded pastry filled with nutty pistachios, all drizzled in a fragrant syrup. This irresistible treat strikes the perfect balance between crunch and sweetness, making it suitable for both special occasions and everyday indulgence. With its stunning appearance and mouthwatering flavor, Pistachio Kadayif is guaranteed to impress your guests and elevate your dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16 oz) kadayif pastry
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup pistachio crumbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water; stir until dissolved. Add lemon juice and simmer for about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Fluff up the kadayif pastry in a large bowl, drizzle melted butter over it, and mix until well coated.
- Spread half of the kadayif mixture in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top, then cover with the remaining kadayif and press down gently.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and immediately pour cooled syrup over hot kadayif. Let sit for at least an hour before slicing.
- Serve slices topped with pistachio crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg