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Pistachio Kunafa Mousse

Pistachio Kunafa Mousse: 5 Irresistible Creamy Layers

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and Whipping
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert combining pistachios and kunafa in a mousse form.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1 package kunafa pastry (250g)
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon rose water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix melted butter with kunafa pastry and spread in a baking dish.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  5. In another bowl, mix condensed milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  6. Fold whipped cream into the condensed milk mixture.
  7. Stir in chopped pistachios and rose water.
  8. Layer the kunafa with the mousse mixture.
  9. Chill for 3 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar based on sweetness preference.
  • Garnish with extra pistachios before serving.
  • Ensure kunafa is well-baked for the best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Pistachio Kunafa Mousse, dessert, Middle Eastern dessert, pistachio