Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of Middle Eastern flavors and classic brownies with these Pistachio Kunafa Brownies. A rich layer of shredded kataifi pastry, buttery pistachios, and aromatic cardamom tops a fudgy brownie base, all drizzled with sweetened condensed milk and a hint of rose water.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Mix:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
Kunafa Layer:
- 1 cup shredded kataifi (kunafa) pastry
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk or simple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan. Prepare the brownie batter and pour into the pan.
- Make Kunafa Mixture: Toss shredded kataifi pastry with melted butter, pistachios, and cardamom. Layer over the brownie batter.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Drizzle with condensed milk or syrup mixed with rose water.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool before slicing. Optionally, drizzle with melted white chocolate.
Notes
- Consider using a scratch brownie recipe for a more homemade touch.
- Toast the kunafa briefly before baking for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
