Knafeh Cheesecake (كنافة تشيز كيك)
Knafeh Cheesecake is a delightful fusion dessert that combines the rich flavors of knafeh with the creamy goodness of cheesecake. This Palestinian-inspired recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its unique twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 package of knafeh dough
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1 cup of cream cheese
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of rose water
- 1/4 cup of chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup of simple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the knafeh dough according to the package instructions, then mix it with melted butter.
- Press the knafeh dough mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sugar, and rose water until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the knafeh crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake the knafeh cheesecake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove the knafeh cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Drizzle the top of the cheesecake with simple syrup and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Refrigerate the knafeh cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 22g
Supplies
Springform pan Mixing bowl Baking sheet
Tools
Oven Mixer Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the knafeh cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra pistachios for an indulgent treat.
Tips & tricks
For a crispier knafeh crust, bake the knafeh dough before adding the cheesecake filling.
Cost
$20