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Strawberry Kunafa 💡 Lighter Middle Eastern Dessert

Crispy shredded pastry meets luscious strawberry cream in this elegant fusion kunafa. Our Fat Switch swaps heavy cream and ghee for Greek yogurt and coconut oil spray, cutting 240 calories (40%) while keeping every bit of that golden crunch and indulgent taste.

20m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

360

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 150g kunafa (shredded phyllo) or kataifi pastry
✓ Coconut oil cooking spray (5 sprays)
✓ 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
✓ 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
✓ Pinch of sea salt
✓ 1 tbsp unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
✓ 1 tbsp edible rose petals (optional)
✓ 250g fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
✓ 3/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
✓ 1 tbsp light cream cheese, softened
✓ 1 tbsp raw honey
✓ 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 1/4 tsp fresh lemon zest

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the strawberry filling: In a small bowl, toss fresh strawberries with 1 tsp honey and lemon zest. Let macerate for 5 minutes to release juices. In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, light cream cheese, remaining honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and thick. Fold half the macerated strawberries into the yogurt mixture, reserving the other half for topping.

2. Season the kunafa: Place kunafa pastry in a small bowl. Add cinnamon, cardamom, and sea salt. Toss gently with your fingertips until spices are evenly distributed and pastry is loosened.

3. Layer the base: Divide the seasoned kunafa between two small oven-safe cups or ramekins (6 oz each), pressing it firmly into the bottom and sides to create a nest. Spray lightly with coconut oil cooking spray (2–3 sprays per cup).

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4. Bake the pastry shells: Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring once halfway through. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Remove and cool for 2 minutes.

5. Fill with strawberry cream: Spoon the strawberry-yogurt filling evenly into each warm kunafa nest, filling to the top. Top each with reserved fresh strawberry halves and their juices.

6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped pistachios and rose petals (if using) over each kunafa. Serve immediately while the pastry is still warm and crispy, about 1–2 minutes after filling.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories360 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates52g

Fat8g

🏷️ Tags

#light kunafa recipe#Greek yogurt desserts#Middle Eastern fusion recipes

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