Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Pistachio Kunafa Brownies. A decadent treat combining the rich sweetness of brownies with the crispy texture of kunafa, topped with a sprinkling of pistachios for a Middle Eastern twist.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Brownie Layer:
- 1 box brownie mix (18–19 oz), plus ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the Kunafa Layer:
- 6 oz kataifi (shredded phyllo dough), thawed if frozen
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Topping:
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk or sugar syrup (optional drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan. Prepare brownie batter according to package instructions. Spread evenly in the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, gently separate the strands of kataifi dough. Toss with melted butter and sugar until evenly coated. Spread the kunafa mixture evenly over the brownie batter, pressing down lightly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the brownies are set and the kunafa topping is golden and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios while still warm and drizzle lightly with sweetened condensed milk or sugar syrup if desired. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a touch of cardamom or rosewater to the kunafa mixture.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
